What happened
During an approach to Dhangadhi Airport, the flight crew was navigating through challenging weather conditions characterized by low cloud cover and restricted visibility. While the aircraft was at an altitude of 4,300 feet, it collided with the side of Mt Jarayakhali. The impact occurred approximately 29 km from the runway 09 threshold of the airport.
The collision resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft due to the force of the impact and a subsequent fire that broke out at the crash site. There were 25 fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft, with no survivors reported.
Findings
- The descent was conducted under marginal weather conditions.
- Low visibility caused by low clouds was a significant factor during the approach phase.