DVI Confirms Identity of Flight Attendant Florencia Lolita from ATR 42-500 Crash
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The Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) team officially identified Indonesia Air Transport flight attendant Florencia Lolita as a victim of the recent ATR 42-500 crash.
Key Takeaways
- •DVI team confirmed the identity of flight attendant Florencia Lolita Wibisono, 33, using fingerprints and other forensic methods.
- •The Indonesia Air Transport (IAT) ATR 42-500 crashed on January 17, 2026, in the mountainous Mount Bulusaraung area with 10 people aboard.
- •Search teams located both the Cockpit-Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight-Data Recorder (FDR) on January 21, 2026, to aid the KNKT investigation.
The Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) team confirmed a victim's identity. The victim was flight attendant Florencia Lolita Wibisono, aged 33. She was aboard the ATR 42-500 aircraft accident in South Sulawesi.
Key Details of the Identification
The DVI team announced the identification in Makassar. The process involved post-mortem and ante-mortem examinations. Forensic experts used primary methods for confirmation. These included fingerprints, dental records, and medical characteristics. Florencia Lolita's body was the first to be officially identified. The remains were recovered from the crash site. Her body was later prepared for transport to Jakarta.
The Accident Context
The ATR 42-500 turboprop was operated by Indonesia Air Transport (IAT). The aircraft lost contact on Saturday, January 17, 2026. It was conducting a flight from Yogyakarta to Makassar. The plane was carrying a total of 10 people. This included seven crew members and three passengers. The passengers were officials from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries.
Search and rescue (SAR) teams located the wreckage. The crash site was on Mount Bulusaraung in the Maros-Pangkep region. Recovery efforts faced extreme challenges. The terrain is steep, rugged, and hazardous. Only two victims had been recovered and processed initially. The second victim, a male, remains unidentified due to difficult conditions.
Investigation and Safety Focus
The Indonesian National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT) is leading the inquiry. The investigation aims to determine the cause of the South Sulawesi aviation tragedy. The Franco-Italian manufacturer, ATR, confirmed its full support. Its specialists are assisting the Indonesian authorities.
Crucially, search personnel located the flight recorders. Both the cockpit-voice recorder (CVR) and the flight-data recorder (FDR) were found. This black box recovery is a vital step. The data will provide essential information for the KNKT investigation. This data is critical for improving future aviation safety protocols.
The ongoing identification and investigation highlight the critical role of DVI. This work provides closure for affected families. It also supports the technical inquiry into the ATR 42-500 aircraft accident.
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Written by Ujjwal Sukhwani
Aviation News Editor & Industry Analyst delivering clear coverage for a worldwide audience. Covers flight operations, safety regulations, and market trends with expert analysis.
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