Accident Details
On May 5, 2013, at approximately 1345 coordinated universal time (0915 local time), a Learjet Inc. 60, registration N119FD, was destroyed after impacting terrain and a building. The accident occurred while the aircraft was on approach to Arturo Michelena Airport (SVVA) in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela. Both crew members on board sustained fatal injuries.
Flight and Airport
The flight had originated from Oscar Machado Zuloaga Airport (SVCS) in Miranda, Venezuela. The operation was conducted under Venezuelan flight regulations. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Venezuela. Further information can be obtained from the Director General para la Prevencion e Investigacion de Accidentes Aereos in Caracas.