Accident
A twin-engine aircraft operating a charter flight departed Tuguegarao Airport at 0855 local time, carrying five passengers and two pilots. The flight was destined for Maconacon. Weather conditions at the time of departure were described as good.
Search and Wreckage
When the aircraft did not arrive at its destination, search and rescue operations were initiated. The wreckage was located 13 days after departure in a wooded, hilly area approximately 30 kilometers southeast of Tuguegarao. The aircraft was destroyed upon impact, and all seven occupants were killed.
Weather Conditions
It is believed that en route weather conditions deteriorated, and the mountain in the area was shrouded in clouds at the time of the accident. No further details regarding the exact circumstances have been provided.