Aircraft crash near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport

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

An aircraft crashed into a residential area during its final approach to Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport, an aircraft descended to an insufficient altitude. The plane impacted the roof of a residential building before crashing within a neighborhood situated only a few hundred meters from the start of the runway. The impact and subsequent crash led to the destruction of the aircraft as well as several nearby homes.

As a result of the accident, there were three fatalities among the passengers. Additionally, the incident caused injuries to four individuals on board the aircraft and 15 people located on the ground.

Probable cause

The crew failed to maintain a safe altitude during the final approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-10-02 Cessna 404 Titan accident near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia?

An aircraft crashed into a residential area during its final approach to Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-10-02 Cessna 404 Titan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-10-02 involved a Cessna 404 Titan, registration PK-KCC, operated by Bali International Air Service, at Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew failed to maintain a safe altitude during the final approach to the runway.

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