Trigana Air Plane Skids Off Runway in Papua

A Trigana Air ATR-42 aircraft skidded off the runway shortly after takeoff from Yapen Island in Papua, Indonesia, on Monday, carrying 48 people, including 42 passengers and six crew members. Fortunately, local police confirmed that everyone survived the incident, though several passengers sustained injuries and trauma. Emergency responders provided medical assistance, and those injured were taken to a hospital for health check-ups. The incident has raised concerns about Indonesia's aviation safety, particularly in the challenging mountainous terrain and unpredictable weather of Papua. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash, with a focus on safety protocols, aircraft maintenance, and pilot training. Indonesia has a troubled aviation history, including a notable crash in 2015 involving Trigana Air that resulted in 54 fatalities.