9 fatalities

Left Engine Failure During Initial Climb at Lonkin Airport (XY-AEE)

Lonkin, MyanmarTakeoff (climb)

On October 8, 1983, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration XY-AEE) operated by Burma Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Lonkin, Myanmar during takeoff. 9 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the left engine during initial climb for unknown reasons. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A left engine failure during initial climb after takeoff from Lonkin Airport led to a crash into trees, killing nine occupants and seriously injuring five passengers.

Incident OverviewFollowing takeoff from Lonkin Airport, the aircraft was in its initial climb phase when the crew initiated a left turn. During this maneuver, the left engine failed. The aircraft subsequently lost altitude, struck trees, and crashed a few hundred meters from the runway end.## CasualtiesThe accident resulted in nine fatalities among the occupants. Additionally, five passengers sustained serious injuries.## Probable CauseThe official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was the failure of the left engine during the initial climb phase. The specific reasons for the engine failure were not identified.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Oct 1983 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Lonkin, Myanmar?

A left engine failure during initial climb after takeoff from Lonkin Airport led to a crash into trees, killing nine occupants and seriously injuring five passengers.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Oct 1983 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Oct 1983 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration XY-AEE, operated by Burma Airways, at Lonkin, Myanmar.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Failure of the left engine during initial climb for unknown reasons.