What happened
Shortly after departing from the nearby airport, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure during its initial climb phase. The left engine malfunctioned and subsequently ignited, resulting in an onboard fire. As the fire progressed, the crew lost control of the aircraft, which then impacted mountainous terrain located only a few kilometers from the departure airfield.
All 25 passengers and crew members on board were killed in the impact. Additionally, 15 other individuals sustained injuries during the accident. The occupants of the flight consisted of employees from local businesses who were traveling alongside their family members.
Findings
Investigations into the crash determined that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was the failure of the left engine during the early stages of the climb.