Lake L-4-200 collision with powerline in Chile

2 fatalities • Región de Los Lagos, Chile

A Lake L-4-200 amphibious airplane crashed into a powerline during a local flight in the Región de Los Lagos.

What happened

On June 25, 2016, at approximately 2045 UTC, a Lake L-4-200 amphibious airplane, registered as CC-POK, was conducting a local flight originating from Gamboa Airfield (SCST) in Castro, Chile. While flying over the Región de Los Lagos, the aircraft collided with a powerline.

The accident resulted in 2 fatalities and 2 serious injuries. The flight was operating under Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) at the time of the event.

Probable cause

Not determined

Related events

Same aircraft

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Jun 2016 LAKE LA4 200 accident near Región de Los Lagos, Chile?

A Lake L-4-200 amphibious airplane crashed into a powerline during a local flight in the Región de Los Lagos.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Jun 2016 LAKE LA4 200 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Jun 2016 involved a LAKE LA4 200, operated by Vapores Industriales LTDA., at Región de Los Lagos, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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