Accident Sequence
The flight was en route to Paramaribo-Zanderij Airport. During the descent phase, the crew encountered poor weather conditions. The four-engine airplane began its descent from cruising altitude. For unspecified reasons, the descent was initiated earlier than required. The crew proceeded with the approach and descended below the prescribed minimum descent altitude. The aircraft subsequently impacted a hill with an elevation of 1,716 feet. The accident site was located 68 km southeast of the destination airport.
Destruction and Casualties
The impact destroyed the aircraft. All 11 occupants—including crew and passengers—were killed in the accident.
Official Findings
Investigators concluded that the probable cause of the accident was crew error. The specific reasons for the premature descent and continued descent below the minimum altitude were not determined.