Aircraft accident near Mount Yangsu during approach to Guilin

112 fatalities • Guilin, China • Flight

A three-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Guilin, China, resulting in the deaths of all 112 people on board.

What happened

During an approach to Guilin Airport, a three-engine aircraft operating from Guangzhou-Baiyun Airport encountered severe weather characterized by intense rainfall. As the crew attempted to descend toward the destination, visibility became significantly restricted due to the heavy precipitation.

While navigating these difficult conditions, the aircraft collided with the terrain at the slope of Mt Yangsu. The impact occurred approximately 40 km from Guilin. The force of the collision caused the airframe to break apart upon hitting the mountain. There were no survivors among the 112 fatalities recorded in the accident.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in conditions of limited visibility caused by heavy rain.
  • The aircraft struck elevated terrain during the descent phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountainside while flying in low-visibility weather conditions involving heavy rain.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1982-04-26 Hawker Siddeley HS.121 Trident accident near Guilin, China?

A three-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Guilin, China, resulting in the deaths of all 112 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1982-04-26 Hawker Siddeley HS.121 Trident accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 112 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1982-04-26 involved a Hawker Siddeley HS.121 Trident, registration B-266, operated by CAAC - Civil Aviation Administration of China, at Guilin, China.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountainside while flying in low-visibility weather conditions involving heavy rain.

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