What happened
The aircraft was operating as a seaplane and was en route back to Australia following the completion of a mining mission in the Manila Bay region. During this phase of the flight, the craft crashed off the coast of Manila. The exact location of the impact is described as being near or within the bay area. For several years, the fate of the aircraft remained unresolved until search efforts led to the discovery of the wreckage in early 2019. No specific registration number was provided in the available records for this incident.
Findings
The precise sequence of events leading to the crash is currently classified as unknown. While the wreckage was eventually recovered, there is no detailed public report specifying mechanical failures, weather conditions, or human factors that contributed to the accident. The investigation into the cause remains inconclusive based on the limited information provided.