Fatal aircraft crash near Olpoi Airport

9 fatalities • Olpoi, Vanuatu • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into wooded terrain shortly after departing Olpoi Airport, resulting in nine fatalities.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Olpoi Airport, a twin-engine aircraft entered a fatal descent while in the climbing phase of flight. Approximately seven minutes after the initial takeoff, the aircraft encountered treetops in a hilly, forested area located a short distance from the runway.

Upon impact with the vegetation, the aircraft was destroyed. There were nine fatalities recorded among the occupants of the plane. No survivors were reported from the wreckage.

Findings

  • The aircraft struck treetops during its climb.
  • The accident occurred in hilly and wooded terrain near the departure airfield.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees while climbing shortly after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-07-25 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Olpoi, Vanuatu?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into wooded terrain shortly after departing Olpoi Airport, resulting in nine fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-07-25 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-07-25 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration YJ-RV4, operated by Vanair, at Olpoi, Vanuatu.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees while climbing shortly after takeoff.

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