Aircraft crash near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport

18 fatalities • Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed into a factory near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport following an engine fire and loss of stability during an emergency return.

What happened

During a climb phase following departure from Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport, the flight crew notified air traffic control of an active engine fire. In response to the emergency, the aircraft was authorized to perform an emergency landing at the departure airport.

While performing the final approach, the aircraft experienced significant instability, characterized by lateral rolling motions. The aircraft subsequently lost altitude and struck a factory building situated approximately 2 km from the runway threshold. The impact resulted in 18 fatalities among the aircraft occupants and two deaths among individuals located within the factory. One passenger sustained serious injuries during the event.

Findings

  • An engine fire occurred during the initial climb.
  • The aircraft experienced unstable flight dynamics and loss of altitude during the approach.

Probable cause

An engine fire led to flight instability and a subsequent loss of altitude during an emergency approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-12-07 Casa 212 Aviocar accident near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia?

An aircraft crashed into a factory near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport following an engine fire and loss of stability during an emergency return.

Were there any fatalities in the 1996-12-07 Casa 212 Aviocar accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 18 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-12-07 involved a Casa 212 Aviocar, registration PK-VSO, operated by Dirgantara Air Service, at Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine fire led to flight instability and a subsequent loss of altitude during an emergency approach.

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