What happened
A cargo flight operating from Mount Hagen Airport, destined for Kamusi, encountered a critical mechanical issue shortly after departure. The twin engine aircraft was transporting a shipment of vegetables along with a crew of one pilot and two passengers.
During the climb phase, while the aircraft had reached an altitude of approximately 100 feet, one of the engines ceased to function. As the aircraft's airspeed dropped to 50 knots, the pilot initiated an emergency descent to reach the ground. During this maneuver, the aircraft made contact with the terrain, subsequently rolling for a distance of roughly 80 metres before impacting a group of rocks.
Findings
The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. While the accident was significant, the three occupants sustained only minor injuries during the crash sequence.