Boeing 737 wingtip strike at La Serena, Chile

No fatalities • La Serena, Chile

A Sky Airline Boeing 737-200 sustained substantial damage after striking its right wingtip during an approach in La Serena.

What happened

On July 18, 2012, a Boeing 737-200, operated by Sky Airline, was performing a visual approach to runway 30 at La Florida Airport in La Serena, Chile. During the maneuver, the aircraft, registration CC-CRQ, struck its right wingtip.

The incident resulted in no injuries to the 120 passengers and crew members on board, though the aircraft sustained substantial damage.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 2012 BOEING 737 accident near La Serena, Chile?

A Sky Airline Boeing 737-200 sustained substantial damage after striking its right wingtip during an approach in La Serena.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jul 2012 BOEING 737 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 2012 involved a BOEING 737, operated by Sky Airline, at La Serena, Chile.

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