What happened
During the final approach phase of flight toward Pleiku Airport, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving one of its engines. This loss of power led to an aerodynamic stall, causing the plane to descend uncontrollably. The aircraft impacted the ground in flames at a location before reaching the runway threshold.
Despite the intensity of the post-impact fire and the total destruction of the airframe, all eight occupants were successfully rescued from the wreckage. No fatalities were reported among those on board.
Findings
Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was an engine failure occurring while the aircraft was configured for landing.