Accident
An aircraft on a flight from Ambon was cleared to descend to Sorong-Jefman Airport. During the final approach, the crew encountered heavy rainfall and poor visibility. The pilot did not recognize that the aircraft's altitude was insufficient. On short final, the aircraft struck a promontory located 3,000 feet from the threshold of runway 22. Upon impact, the left main landing gear was torn off. The aircraft subsequently came to rest in shallow water. Two passengers were rescued, while 41 other occupants were killed.
Investigation
The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident. For unknown reasons, the crew continued the approach at an insufficient altitude until the aircraft impacted a promontory and crashed.
Probable Cause
For unknown reasons, the crew continued the approach at an insufficient altitude until the aircraft impacted a promontory and crashed.