What happened
During a recent departure from Arekuna Camp Airstrip, an aircraft experienced a critical loss of engine power while climbing to an altitude of approximately 200 feet. Following the loss of propulsion, the crew initiated an emergency descent to attempt a landing. During this maneuver, the aircraft struck several trees before coming to a complete stop in an inverted position.
Findings
- The aircraft sustained total destruction during the impact.
- The incident resulted in two injuries to the crew members on board.
- The primary factor in the accident was the loss of engine power during the initial climb phase.