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Aircraft crash on Mount Otto near Goroka (P2-GKP)

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On August 29, 1986, a Cessna 402 (registration P2-GKP) operated by Talair was involved in an aviation accident near Mt Otto, Papua New Guinea in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck trees and crashed during a descent in poor weather conditions. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-13Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside on Mount Otto during its descent to Goroka, resulting in injuries to all onboard.

What happened

During an approach to Goroka Airport, the aircraft entered a descent toward its destination under challenging meteorological conditions. While navigating through marginal weather, the plane collided with trees and impacted a slope on Mount Otto, situated approximately 15 km northeast of the airport.

All three occupants sustained injuries during the impact. The aircraft was completely destroyed in the accident.

Findings

  • The descent was conducted while operating in marginal weather conditions.
  • The collision with vegetation preceded the final impact on the mountainside.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees and crashed during a descent in poor weather conditions.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Aug 1986 Cessna 402 accident near Mt Otto, Papua New Guinea?

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside on Mount Otto during its descent to Goroka, resulting in injuries to all onboard.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Aug 1986 Cessna 402 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Aug 1986 involved a Cessna 402, registration P2-GKP, operated by Talair, at Mt Otto, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees and crashed during a descent in poor weather conditions.

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