Aircraft crash on Mount Salak near Jakarta

18 fatalities • Mt Salak, Indonesia • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the slope of Mount Salak during flight in adverse weather, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a flight conducted under difficult meteorological conditions, a twin-engine aircraft collided with the terrain on the slopes of Mount Salak. The impact occurred in an area situated approximately 55 km south of Jakarta. The accident resulted in the deaths of all 18 occupants on board the aircraft.

Findings

Initial reports indicate that the aircraft was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident. The collision with the mountainside occurred while the aircraft was in flight, though the specific flight phase has not been further detailed beyond the presence of adverse weather.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through poor weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2008-06-26 Casa 212 Aviocar accident near Mt Salak, Indonesia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the slope of Mount Salak during flight in adverse weather, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 2008-06-26 Casa 212 Aviocar accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 18 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2008-06-26 involved a Casa 212 Aviocar, registration A-2106, operated by Indonesian Air Force - TNI-AU Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Udara, at Mt Salak, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through poor weather conditions.

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