7 fatalities

2002-11-07: Britten-Norman Islander (PK-VIZ) — Dirgantara Air Service — Tarakan, Indonesia

Tarakan, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 7, 2002, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration PK-VIZ) operated by Dirgantara Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Tarakan, Indonesia during landing or approach. 7 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crash was caused by an engine failure of unknown origin which led to an aerodynamic stall during the return approach. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781201504Data APIEditorial standards

A flight departing from Tarakan for Long Bawan crashed into a hilltop after experiencing mechanical difficulties during its return attempt.

What happened

During a flight originating from Tarakan Airport bound for Long Bwan, the aircraft experienced technical difficulties with its engine shortly after departing the runway. In response to these engine problems, the pilot initiated an aborted takeoff procedure to return to the airport.

While attempting the approach back to the airfield, the aircraft type stalled and impacted the summit of a hill. The crash site was situated approximately 1,500 metres from the start of the runway. The accident resulted in seven fatalities among the occupants, while three passengers sustained injuries during the impact.

Findings

Investigations into the accident identified that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was an engine failure occurring for undetermined reasons.

Probable cause

The crash was caused by an engine failure of unknown origin which led to an aerodynamic stall during the return approach.