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Aircraft crash off Lanyu Island (B-11109)

Lanyu Islands, TaiwanLanding (descent or approach)

On September 28, 1983, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration B-11109) operated by Taiwan Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Lanyu Islands, Taiwan during landing or approach. 10 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft crashed into the sea following a loss of control while navigating through poor weather conditions near Lanyu Island. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-13Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean near Lanyu Island during an approach in adverse weather, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During an approach to Lanyu Island (also known as Orchids Island), a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The incident occurred amidst unfavorable meteorological conditions. Following the loss of control, the aircraft impacted the sea at a distance of several kilometers from the coastline.

There were 10 fatalities recorded in the accident, as all individuals on board perished during the impact.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The aircraft's descent into the ocean occurred during the approach phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed into the sea following a loss of control while navigating through poor weather conditions near Lanyu Island.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Sept 1983 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Lanyu Islands, Taiwan?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean near Lanyu Island during an approach in adverse weather, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Sept 1983 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Sept 1983 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration B-11109, operated by Taiwan Airlines, at Lanyu Islands, Taiwan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed into the sea following a loss of control while navigating through poor weather conditions near Lanyu Island.

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