Accident Details
On September 11, 2017, at approximately 1400 coordinated universal time, a Britten Norman BN2-A aircraft with Venezuelan registration YV1441 was landing at San Salvador de Paul, Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela. During the landing, the aircraft struck a child who was on the runway, resulting in fatal injuries to the child. The pilot was not injured, and the airplane sustained no damage.
Flight Origin
The flight had originated from Tomas de Heres Airport (SVCB) in Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Venezuela. The Junta Investigadora de Accidentes Aereos (Aircraft Accident Investigation Board) is responsible for the inquiry. Contact information for the investigating body is provided for further details: Av. Francisco de Miranda, Torre MTT, Piso 20, Chacao, Caracas 1060, Venezuela. Telephone: (58) 212-274-5590; Fax: (58) 212 201-5800.
This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Venezuela.