29 fatalities

Aircraft Crash During Go-Around on Final Approach to Runway 28 (PK-KFR)

Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, IndonesiaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 4, 1976, a Fokker F27 Friendship (registration PK-KFR) operated by Bali International Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia during landing or approach. 29 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

During a go-around on final approach to runway 28, an aircraft crashed after the right engine auto-feathered, killing 29 occupants and injuring nine others.

Incident Overview and Approach Sequence The accident occurred while the aircraft was on final approach to runway 28. According to the investigation source, the aircraft's position was incorrect during the approach, prompting the captain to initiate a go-around and increase engine power. ## Loss of Control and Impact Following the power increase, the right engine went into the auto-feather position. This event caused the aircraft to lose both height and speed. The aircraft subsequently crashed 860 metres short of the runway and 90 metres to the left of its extended centerline. ## Casualties The crash resulted in significant casualties among the occupants. Nine occupants, comprising eight passengers and one crew member, were injured. In addition, 29 other occupants were killed.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Nov 1976 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia?

During a go-around on final approach to runway 28, an aircraft crashed after the right engine auto-feathered, killing 29 occupants and injuring nine others.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Nov 1976 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 29 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Nov 1976 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration PK-KFR, operated by Bali International Air Service, at Banjarmasin-Syamsudin Noor, Indonesia.