1998-03-29: Antonov AN-32 — Peruvian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea del Perú — Piura, Peru

28 fatalities • Piura, Peru • Landing (descent or approach)

Probable cause

Failure of the right engine for unknown reasons. At the time of the accident, the aircraft was heavily loaded.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The aircraft was engaged in an humanitarian flight from Tumbes to Piura, evacuating flood victims. The aircraft departed Tumbes-Pedro Canga Rodríguez on a flight to Piura with 50 passengers and five crew members on board. On final approach to Piura-Capitán Guillermo Concha Iberico Airport, the right engine failed. The aircraft lost height and crashed on the shore of an irrigation canal located less than 400 metres short of runway 01. The aircraft broke in two and was destroyed, killing 28 occupants.

Probable cause (official findings): Failure of the right engine for unknown reasons. At the time of the accident, the aircraft was heavily loaded.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1998-03-29 Antonov AN-32 accident near Piura, Peru?

The aircraft was engaged in an humanitarian flight from Tumbes to Piura, evacuating flood victims. The aircraft departed Tumbes-Pedro Canga Rodríguez on a flight to Piura with 50 passengers and five crew members on board. On final approach to Piura-Capitán Guillermo Concha Iberico Airport, the right engine failed.…

Were there any fatalities in the 1998-03-29 Antonov AN-32 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 28 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1998-03-29 involved a Antonov AN-32, registration OB-1389, operated by Peruvian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea del Perú, at Piura, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Failure of the right engine for unknown reasons. At the time of the accident, the aircraft was heavily loaded.

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