ATR 42-500 missing near Makassar
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Moneycontrol17-01-2026, 17:15

Indonesian ATR 42-500 with 11 Onboard Missing Near Makassar; Debris Spotted

  • An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft, operated by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, disappeared near Makassar with 11 people onboard.
  • FlightRadar24 reported the last signal at 04:20 UTC, approximately 20 km northeast of Makassar Airport, with limited tracking due to low altitude flight over the ocean.
  • Local media indicated contact was lost around 13:17 local time, carrying eight crew members and three passengers.
  • Social media videos show apparent fiery wreckage, scattered belongings, and a small blaze on Mount Bulu Saraung's steep slopes.
  • Indonesian authorities have not officially confirmed a crash, but rescue teams are en route to the area.

Why It Matters: An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft carrying 11 people went missing near Makassar, with debris spotted on a mountain.

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