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1962-11-27: Varig Flight 810 — Peru

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On November 27, 1962, a Varig Flight 810 was involved in an aviation accident near Peru. 97 people were killed. The investigation identified controlled flight into terrain as a causal factor. This summary draws on records from Wikidata contributors; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On 27 November 1962, Varig Flight 810, a Boeing 707-441, struck a mountain during its approach to Lima, Peru, killing all 97 on board. It was the deadliest aviation accident in Peru at the time.

Background

Varig Flight 810 was a scheduled international passenger flight operated by Varig. The route began in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and was destined for Los Angeles, United States, with planned stopovers in Lima, Peru; Bogotá, Colombia; Panama City, Panama; and Mexico City, Mexico. On 27 November 1962, the aircraft operating this flight was a Boeing 707-441.

Accident

While executing an approach to Lima's airport, the Boeing 707-441 struck a mountain. The collision resulted in the deaths of all 97 occupants, including both passengers and crew.

Aftermath

At the time, this accident was the deadliest aviation disaster in Peru. It held that record until LANSA Flight 502 in 1971 and later Faucett Perú Flight 251 in 1996, both of which had higher death tolls.

Contributing factors

controlled flight into terrain

Related events

Same aircraft family

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