Summary
A passenger plane with 11 people on board disappeared while approaching a mountainous area between Indonesia's Java and Sulawesi islands. Search and rescue teams are currently looking for the aircraft, supported by helicopters and drones. Hikers have reported debris that matches the missing plane in a mountainous region.
Key Facts
- An Indonesian plane carrying 11 people lost contact with control as it approached a mountainous region.
- The plane was flying from Yogyakarta to South Sulawesi.
- The plane was tracked last in the Leang-Leang area of Maros.
- Search operations involve air force helicopters, drones, and ground units.
- Hikers reported seeing debris and fires in an area matching the plane's location.
- The missing plane had eight crew members and three passengers from Indonesia's Marine Affairs and Fisheries Ministry.
- Weather conditions had clouds and nearly 5-mile visibility.
- Indonesia relies heavily on air travel, with many accidents due to weak safety standards.
