Fatal aircraft accident during takeoff roll

1 fatality • Bintuni, Indonesia • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a plantation during its takeoff roll, resulting in one fatality and several injuries.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll from runway 13, a twin engine aircraft lost control of its trajectory. The aircraft veered off the prepared surface and impacted a nearby banana plantation. The impact resulted in the total loss of the airframe.

During the accident, the flight resulted in one fatality among the occupants. Additionally, several other passengers or crew members sustained injuries, with some of these injuries being classified as serious.

Findings

Investigations into the event indicate that the aircraft became uncontrollable during the initial phase of flight on the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control during the takeoff roll, leading to an excursion from the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-07-17 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Bintuni, Indonesia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a plantation during its takeoff roll, resulting in one fatality and several injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1995-07-17 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-07-17 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration PK-NUT, operated by Merpati Nusantara Airlines - MNA, at Bintuni, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control during the takeoff roll, leading to an excursion from the runway.

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