Accident Details
According to the official investigation, the aircraft departed Lenakel Airport bound for Port Vila. After takeoff, the pilot decided to show cattle to a passenger and reduced altitude. The twin-engine airplane subsequently struck trees, entered an out-of-control state, and crashed inverted in an open field located approximately 20 kilometers from Lenakel Airfield.
Occupants and Damage
The accident resulted in the death of one passenger, while seven other occupants sustained injuries. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact.
Probable Cause
The official finding attributed the accident to pilot error.