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Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Hoskins Kills All 11 Occupants (P2-ALH)

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On February 3, 1999, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration P2-ALH) operated by Airlink Papua New Guinea was involved in an aviation accident near Hoskins, Papua New Guinea in flight. 11 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed that the aircraft suffered a structural failure due to severe turbulences while flying in bad weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a palm plantation near Hoskins shortly after takeoff in poor weather with thunderstorms and severe turbulence, killing all 11 occupants and destroying the aircraft.

Accident Details

Minutes after departing Hoskins, a twin-engine aircraft encountered poor weather conditions while cruising. The aircraft went out of control and crashed into a palm plantation near Hoskins. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact, and all 11 occupants were killed.

At the time of the accident, weather conditions were poor, with thunderstorm activity and severe turbulence reported in the area.

Investigation

Investigators examined the wreckage and considered the prevailing weather conditions. The official probable cause determined that the aircraft likely experienced a structural failure due to severe turbulence while flying in bad weather.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Feb 1999 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Hoskins, Papua New Guinea?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a palm plantation near Hoskins shortly after takeoff in poor weather with thunderstorms and severe turbulence, killing all 11 occupants and destroying the aircraft.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Feb 1999 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Feb 1999 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration P2-ALH, operated by Airlink Papua New Guinea, at Hoskins, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

It is believed that the aircraft suffered a structural failure due to severe turbulences while flying in bad weather conditions.

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