What happened
During a departure from Basa Air Force Base, located north of Floridablanca, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical issue shortly after leaving the runway. While the flight was ascending to an altitude of approximately 200 feet, the left engine ceased functioning. This loss of power caused the aircraft to bank toward the left side.
As the plane lost airspeed, it entered a stall condition. The descent continued until the aircraft impacted the ground approximately 800 meters beyond the end of the runway. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were 40 fatalities recorded among the occupants, which included 10 military officers and 26 family members.
Findings
Official investigations determined that the primary factor in the accident was the failure of the left engine during the early stages of the climb.