Accident Overview
While cruising under visual flight rules (VFR) in adverse weather conditions, an aircraft impacted the slope of a mountain near Quetame. The collision resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and the deaths of all 22 occupants on board.
Circumstances
The flight was conducted under VFR mode despite encountering poor weather. The aircraft continued into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) before striking the terrain.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) following the crew's decision to continue VFR flight into adverse weather. Contributing factors included en route navigation errors by the crew and inadequate training procedures.
Aftermath
The aircraft was destroyed upon impact. No survivors were found among the 22 occupants.