What happened
On the day preceding the accident, a cargo operation traveling from Lae to Goroka encountered severe weather conditions. Due to inadequate visibility, the pilot was forced to perform an unplanned landing in a field situated approximately five miles southeast of Goroka.
The aircraft remained at this location overnight. The following morning, as the crew prepared to depart the area and return to Goroka, the aircraft began its takeoff roll. During this phase of flight, the left wing made contact with an earth mound located on the ground. This impact resulted in a crash that caused one injury to the pilot.
Findings
- The incident occurred during the takeoff roll.
- Poor visibility had necessitated an emergency landing the previous day.