18 fatalities

1996-12-07: Casa 212 Aviocar (PK-VSO) — Dirgantara Air Service — Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia

Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 7, 1996, a Casa 212 Aviocar (registration PK-VSO) operated by Dirgantara Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia during landing or approach. 18 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure/fire for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781206474Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced an engine fire shortly after takeoff from Banjarmasin Airport. On approach, it became unstable, rolled, and crashed into a factory short of the runway, killing 18 and injuring one.

Incident Overview

An aircraft departed from Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport on a domestic flight. Shortly after takeoff, while climbing, the crew notified air traffic control of an engine fire and received clearance to return for an emergency landing.

Accident Sequence

On final approach, the aircraft became unstable, rolling left and right before losing height. It crashed into a factory located approximately 2 kilometers short of the runway.

Casualties

A passenger sustained serious injuries. Sixteen other occupants of the aircraft and two individuals in the factory were killed.

Probable Cause

Engine failure/fire for unknown reasons.