What happened
During a flight originating from Medan, an aircraft was performing its approach toward Ipoh when it encountered severe meteorological conditions. While navigating through this poor weather, the crew lost control of the aircraft. The plane subsequently impacted the waters of the Malacca Strait, crashing just a few kilometers away from the shoreline.
Findings
- The incident resulted in 17 fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants.
- The loss of control occurred during the approach phase of flight.
- Adverse weather conditions were present at the time of the accident.