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.