Accident Overview
On May 18, 2017, a Cessna 206H aircraft, Ecuadorian registration HC-CEG, was destroyed when it struck terrain near Cerro Azul, Ecuador. The flight had departed from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil and was destined for General Ulpiano Paez Airport in Salinas. The pilot, who held a foreign certificate, and one passenger sustained fatal injuries.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Dirección General de Aviación Civil (DGAC) of Ecuador. As of the release of this report, no additional information regarding the circumstances of the accident has been provided by the DGAC. The report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Ecuador.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Cessna 206H, a single-engine, high-wing utility aircraft commonly used for passenger and cargo transport. The specific registration, HC-CEG, is a unique identifier assigned by Ecuadorian authorities.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Guayaquil's Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport and was en route to Salinas' General Ulpiano Paez Airport. The exact time of departure and the flight's intended duration are not specified in the available information.