Incident
The aircraft had departed Jorhat-Rowriah Airport on a supply-dropping mission destined for Noklok. During the flight, weather conditions deteriorated. The crew communicated with ground, informing them of the intention to return to Jorhat. Subsequently, while cruising in conditions of low visibility, the airplane struck the slope of a mountain within the Naga Mountain Range. The wreckage was later located near the area of Tobu.
Rescue and Casualties
Search and rescue efforts resulted in the rescue of two passengers from the wreckage. However, five other occupants were killed in the accident. The aircraft was completely demolished.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause. The aircraft crashed during an attempt by the pilot to clear high terrain under poor visibility conditions. Prior to the accident, the pilot had descended to a low altitude in order to determine his position.