17.01.2026 17:00
A plane carrying 10 people went missing in the skies over South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The signal from the ATR 42-500 aircraft, belonging to the Indonesian Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, suddenly cut off in the Maros region. Authorities stated that weather conditions may have played a role in the plane's disappearance, and extensive search and rescue operations have been initiated.
An airplane carrying 10 people, including 7 crew members, went missing in Indonesia's South Sulawesi province. The signal of the ATR 42-500 aircraft was lost in the Maros region, while authorities quickly began search and rescue operations. Initial assessments regarding the incident suggest that weather conditions may have played a role in the aircraft's disappearance.
SIGNAL LOST IN THE MAROS REGION
The ATR 42-500 aircraft belonging to Indonesia's Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries lost communication in the Maros region of South Sulawesi. There were a total of 10 people on board.
BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS CONTINUE
Authorities indicated that bad weather conditions could have contributed to the aircraft's disappearance. There is a focus on the possibility of heavy rain and storms in the area.
The General Directorate of Civil Aviation announced that they have initiated a comprehensive search operation to locate the aircraft and are coordinating with relevant institutions.