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.