What happened
The incident occurred while the aircraft was preparing for departure in the harbor of Brindisi. Just prior to the scheduled takeoff, a fire broke out on board. The vessel, identified by the name 'Sylvanus', subsequently exploded and was rapidly consumed by flames. As a result of the disaster, 12 occupants were killed and one passenger sustained injuries.
Findings
Investigations conducted by Italian authorities determined that the fire started immediately after the ground crew completed the fueling process. This timing suggests a direct link between the refueling operation and the ignition source that led to the catastrophic explosion.