What happened
On the date of the accident, a single-engine aircraft was performing a landing at Abmisibil Airport. The runway conditions at the time were wet, which impacted the aircraft's stability during the landing roll. As the aircraft touched down, it became uncontrollable and drifted off the designated runway surface.
Following the excursion from the runway, the aircraft traveled into a nearby ravine. The force of the impact caused the airframe to be destroyed, and a subsequent fire broke out at the wreckage site. The incident involved a total of five people on board.
Findings
- The aircraft's departure from the runway occurred during the landing phase.
- The presence of water on the runway surface is a significant factor in the loss of control.
- The accident resulted in two fatalities, including the pilot and a passenger who succumbed to injuries hours after the event.
- The remaining three occupants sustained serious injuries during the crash and fire.