Missing plane found in Papua

Missing plane found in Papua

A search-and-rescue team managed to locate on Monday a light aircraft that went missing in Papua, SCTV television reported. The plane reportedly had five people on board, and all of them are feared dead since the plane was completely destroyed, the report said.

The plane, belonging to Trigana Air Service, a private air charter company, went missing after takeoff from Nabire en route to Enarotali during heavy rain on Saturday morning, Antara reported on Sunday.

The rescue team was forced to delay the evacuation of the victims due to severe weather.

The five on board consisted of the pilot and co-pilot, a mechanic and two passengers -- a mother and daughter.

The plane was carrying basic supplies for the isolated town. --JP