1992-04-14: Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante — Talair — Goroka, Papua New Guinea

11 fatalities • Goroka, Papua New Guinea • Landing (descent or approach)

Probable cause

For unknown reasons, the crew initiated the descent prematurely, causing the aircraft to descent below the MDA. Lack of visibility was a contributing factor.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

While descending to Goroka Airport in marginal weather conditions, the twin engine aircraft struck the slope of a mountain located 16 km from the airport, near Daulo Pass. Four passengers were seriously injured while 11 other occupants were killed.

Probable cause (official findings): For unknown reasons, the crew initiated the descent prematurely, causing the aircraft to descent below the MDA. Lack of visibility was a contributing factor.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-04-14 Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante accident near Goroka, Papua New Guinea?

While descending to Goroka Airport in marginal weather conditions, the twin engine aircraft struck the slope of a mountain located 16 km from the airport, near Daulo Pass. Four passengers were seriously injured while 11 other occupants were killed. Probable cause (official findings): For unknown reasons, the crew…

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-04-14 Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-04-14 involved a Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante, registration P2-RDS, operated by Talair, at Goroka, Papua New Guinea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

For unknown reasons, the crew initiated the descent prematurely, causing the aircraft to descent below the MDA. Lack of visibility was a contributing factor.

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