What happened
On September 15, 2025, at approximately 03:30 local time, a Vulcan Air P68T (model P.68TC Observer) was conducting an aerial photography mission in the Antofagasta Region of Chile. The aircraft, operated by a commercial pilot accompanied by one passenger, was flying toward the Minera Escondida area along route B-475. During the flight, the aircraft's right engine ceased operation. In response to the engine failure, the pilot performed an emergency landing alongside a secondary road near the B-475 route, approximately 50 km southeast of the mission's destination.
The investigation
The DGAC Chile investigation is currently in the data collection and analysis phase. Authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the engine failure to determine the underlying cause. The investigation aims to identify any mechanical or operational factors that contributed to the loss of power in the right engine during the mission.
Findings
- The aircraft experienced a failure of the right engine.
- The flight crew and passenger sustained no injuries.
- The Vulcan Air P68T suffered no damage during the emergency landing.