3 fatalities

2004-11-18: BAe Jetstream 31 (YV-1083C) — Venezolana - Linea Aérea Bolivariana — Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar, Venezuela

Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar, VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 18, 2004, a BAe Jetstream 31 (registration YV-1083C) operated by Venezolana - Linea Aérea Bolivariana was involved in an aviation accident near Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar, Venezuela during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781200026Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft veered off runway 09 after landing, struck a fire station at Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar Airport. Two female passengers were killed, a third later died, and 19 others sustained injuries. Heavy rain and wet runway conditions prevailed.

Accident Overview

On approach to runway 09 at Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar Airport, a twin-engine aircraft landed but subsequently lost control. The aircraft veered off the runway to the right and collided with a fire station situated between runways 08 and 09.

Casualties and Injuries

The collision resulted in the deaths of two female passengers. Additionally, 19 other occupants sustained injuries of varying degrees. A few hours after the accident, a third passenger died from injuries sustained in the crash.

Weather and Runway Conditions

At the time of the accident, weather conditions were poor, characterized by heavy rainfall. The runway surface was reported to be wet.

Facility Damage

The aircraft impacted the fire station located on the airport grounds between runways 08 and 09. Specific details about the extent of damage to the fire station or the aircraft were not provided in the investigation source.