Fatal aircraft crash near airport during final approach

8 fatalities • Ruteng, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed into a forested area during its final approach to an airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight, an aircraft encountered difficult weather conditions. While maneuvering toward the runway, the plane made contact with trees located a short distance from the airfield. Following this impact, the aircraft experienced a stall and descended into a jungle area situated several kilometers away from the airport.

There were eight fatalities recorded in the accident, as all individuals on board perished during the crash. No survivors were reported from the wreckage.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The sequence of events involved an initial impact with vegetation followed by a loss of airspeed and aerodynamic lift.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees during approach in adverse weather, leading to a stall and subsequent crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-05-23 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Ruteng, Indonesia?

An aircraft crashed into a forested area during its final approach to an airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-05-23 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-05-23 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration PK-NUW, operated by Merpati Nusantara Airlines - MNA, at Ruteng, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees during approach in adverse weather, leading to a stall and subsequent crash.

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