4 fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash at Panua Pohuwato Airfield (PK-SMH)

Panua Pohuwato, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On October 20, 2024, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration PK-SMH) operated by Semuwa Aviasi Mandiri - SAM Air was involved in an aviation accident near Panua Pohuwato, Indonesia during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a marshy field near Panua Pohuwato Airfield during final approach, killing all four occupants on board.

Incident Overview and Timeline A twin-engine aircraft departed Gorontalo-Jalaluddin Airport at 0702 local time while operating a scheduled service to Panua Pohuwato, located in the southwest part of Gorontalo Province. The flight proceeded toward its destination, with the aircraft subsequently entering final approach to Panua Pohuwato Airfield. ## Crash Details and Outcome During the final approach phase, the aircraft lost altitude and impacted a marshy field situated near the airport. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. All four occupants aboard the aircraft were killed in the accident. No further details regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or probable cause are provided in the source material.