No fatalities

2011-11-30: Beechcraft 1900C (FAB-043) — Bolivian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Boliviana — La Paz-El Alto, Bolivia

La Paz-El Alto, BoliviaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 30, 2011, a Beechcraft 1900C (registration FAB-043) operated by Bolivian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Boliviana was involved in an aviation accident near La Paz-El Alto, Bolivia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781195126Data APIEditorial standards

On approach to El Alto Airport, a twin-engine aircraft made an emergency landing in an open field. All seven occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview

A twin-engine aircraft operating a flight from Uyuni-La Joya Andina Airport to La Paz experienced an unexpected situation during its approach to El Alto Airport. The captain made the decision to attempt an emergency landing in an open field.

Landing and Aftermath

Upon touchdown, the undercarriage was torn off as the aircraft slid for several dozen meters before coming to rest approximately 6 kilometers from the airport. All seven occupants—four passengers and three crew members—escaped uninjured. However, the aircraft sustained substantial damage and was declared beyond repair.

No further details about the nature of the unexpected situation or other contributing factors have been released.