Accident Overview
On an unspecified date, a twin-engine charter aircraft departed Rothera Station's runway 18 on a flight to Terra Nova, carrying two passengers and two pilots. During the initial climb, the aircraft became unstable and began rolling side to side. At approximately 100 feet above ground, it stalled and impacted the slope of an iceberg facing the airport. The wreckage burst into flames.
Occupants and Fatalities
The aircraft carried four occupants: two passengers and two pilots. All four were killed in the accident.
Investigation and Probable Cause
Rescuers and investigators were unable to reach the crash site due to its instability and hazardous conditions. As a result, the exact cause of the accident could not be determined with certainty. The official finding states that the stall occurred at an altitude too low to expect recovery.