Aircraft crash near Surkhet, Nepal

4 fatalities • Surkhet, Nepal • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its descent to Surkhet, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

On a flight from Jumla to Surkhet, a twin engine aircraft departed at 14:04 local time. The flight was scheduled to last approximately 25 minutes and was carrying a total of four people, including two pilots and two passengers.

During the descent toward the destination, the flight crew encountered significant weather-related challenges, specifically reduced visibility. While flying at an altitude of 6,500 feet, the aircraft collided with a mountain slope. The impact occurred roughly 10 km away from Surkhet. The accident resulted in four fatalities, with no survivors reported among the crew or passengers.

Findings

  • The crew encountered poor visibility caused by adverse weather conditions during the approach phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope during descent while operating in low visibility caused by bad weather.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-07-17 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Surkhet, Nepal?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its descent to Surkhet, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2002-07-17 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-07-17 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration 9N-AGF, operated by Skyline Airways, at Surkhet, Nepal.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope during descent while operating in low visibility caused by bad weather.

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