Incident Overview
On approach to Mumbai-Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport, deteriorating weather conditions with heavy rainfall and reduced visibility affected the landing. As the aircraft descended on short final, it adopted a nose-down attitude and began rolling to the right before impacting the runway surface.
Sequence of Events
Upon impact, the aircraft went out of control, veered off the runway, and came to rest in a grassy area adjacent to the runway. The fuselage broke in two during the excursion. A small fire broke out but was quickly extinguished by airport emergency services.
Occupant Status
All eight individuals on board—including crew and passengers—sustained injuries. The extent of injuries was not specified in the initial report.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, weather conditions were characterized by poor visibility and heavy rain, which are noted as contributing environmental factors in the approach phase.
Damage
The aircraft sustained substantial damage, breaking into two sections, though further details on specific structural damage were not provided.
Investigation
The accident investigation is ongoing, with authorities focusing on the aircraft's behavior during the final approach and the meteorological conditions present.