Fatal aircraft accident during approach to Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport

33 fatalities • Bandar Lampung, Indonesia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed into a building while attempting to land at Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport, resulting in 33 fatalities.

What happened

During an approach to Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport, the flight crew encountered adverse weather conditions characterized by low visibility. As the aircraft was on its final approach, it descended beneath the established glide path. During this phase of flight, the plane collided with a building, which subsequently led to a crash and an ensuing fire.

Out of all individuals on board, 33 fatalities were recorded, a figure that includes the entire four-person crew. Despite the severity of the impact, three passengers were successfully rescued from the wreckage.

Findings

Investigations into the accident revealed that the pilot operated the aircraft below the required glide slope while visibility was significantly reduced. The investigation concluded that the crew maintained an unsafe altitude and failed to execute a go-around maneuver despite the lack of visual contact with the runway or the ground surface.

Probable cause

The pilot descended below the glide path in low visibility and did not perform a go-around despite losing visual contact with the landing environment.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-09-07 Fokker F27 Friendship accident near Bandar Lampung, Indonesia?

An aircraft crashed into a building while attempting to land at Bandar Lampung-Branti Airport, resulting in 33 fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-09-07 Fokker F27 Friendship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 33 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-09-07 involved a Fokker F27 Friendship, registration PK-GFJ, operated by Garuda Indonesian Airways, at Bandar Lampung, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot descended below the glide path in low visibility and did not perform a go-around despite losing visual contact with the landing environment.

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