Incident Overview
Nine minutes after departing Gilgit Airport, the aircraft was flying in poor weather conditions. It struck the slope of a mountain near Bunji, roughly 40 kilometers southeast of Gilgit. The wreckage was discovered in an isolated area a few hours later. All 54 occupants lost their lives in the crash.
Location and Conditions
The impact site was located on a mountainside near the town of Bunji. The accident occurred while the aircraft was operating under poor weather conditions. The precise nature of the weather was not specified in the official report.
Official Findings
The probable cause, as stated by investigators, was that for unknown reasons, the crew failed to follow the correct route after departure and the aircraft's altitude was insufficient. No further details on the reasons for the crew's actions were provided.