Fatal aircraft accident near Sapporo-Okadama Airport

10 fatalities • Mt Kumaneshiriyama, Japan • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine airplane crashed into a mountainside during its approach to Sapporo-Okadama Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During an approach to Sapporo-Okadama Airport, a twin engine airplane impacted the terrain at Mt Kumaneshiriyama. The collision occurred approximately 47 km northeast of the destination airport. At the time of the accident, the area was experiencing unfavorable weather conditions.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were 10 fatalities among the occupants, with no survivors reported from the crash site.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in poor weather conditions during the approach phase.
  • The aircraft struck a mountain slope located roughly 47 km from its intended destination.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountainside while flying in poor weather conditions during its approach to the airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-05-30 Cessna 402 accident near Mt Kumaneshiriyama, Japan?

A twin-engine airplane crashed into a mountainside during its approach to Sapporo-Okadama Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-05-30 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-05-30 involved a Cessna 402, registration JA5162, operated by Yokohama Koku Company, at Mt Kumaneshiriyama, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountainside while flying in poor weather conditions during its approach to the airport.

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