3 fatalities

Peruvian government aircraft crash near Huánuco (OB-1542)

Huánuco, PeruFlight

On October 16, 1994, an Antonov AN-2 (registration OB-1542) operated by Peruvian Government was involved in an aviation accident near Huánuco, Peru in flight. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A single-engine aircraft operated by the Peruvian government crashed near Huánuco during a survey mission, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

During a mission conducted for a drug enforcement program, a single-engine aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Huánuco, Peru. The flight was being performed on behalf of the Peruvian Government to conduct aerial surveys. Following the impact, it was confirmed that all three people on board the aircraft lost their lives.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash remain undetermined, as the circumstances surrounding the accident are currently unknown. No official report has yet identified the specific mechanical or environmental factors that led to the loss of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Oct 1994 Antonov AN-2 accident near Huánuco, Peru?

A single-engine aircraft operated by the Peruvian government crashed near Huánuco during a survey mission, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Oct 1994 Antonov AN-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Oct 1994 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration OB-1542, operated by Peruvian Government, at Huánuco, Peru.