What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from runway 10 at Taipei-Songshan Airport, the flight encountered terrain during a maneuver. While the aircraft was ascending, the crew began an intentional turn toward a heading of 240 degrees. During this turn, the aircraft type collided with a hill measuring 374 meters in elevation situated in the vicinity of the airport.
The impact caused the plane to break apart upon hitting the terrain. There were two fatalities recorded, involving both members of the flight crew. No other persons were on board at the time of the accident.
Findings
- The collision occurred while the aircraft was performing a turn during its climb.
- The impact with the 374-meter hill resulted in the disintegration of the airframe.