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News1817-01-2026, 16:21

Indonesian ATR 42-500 Aircraft Missing Near Makassar, Debris Spotted on Mountain

  • An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft, operated by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, went missing near Makassar with 11 people onboard.
  • Flightradar24 data shows the last signal was received at 04:20 UTC, about 20 km northeast of Makassar Airport.
  • Local media reports and social media videos show apparent fiery wreckage and debris on Mount Bulu Saraung.
  • The aircraft was flying at a low altitude over the ocean, limiting radar coverage before contact was lost.
  • Indonesian authorities have not confirmed a crash, but rescue teams are being dispatched to the reported site.

Why It Matters: An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft with 11 onboard is missing, with debris seen on a mountain.

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