On January 12, 1989, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (registration YV-597CP) operated by Corporación Metalmen was involved in an aviation accident near La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), Venezuela during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost controllability during a missed approach procedure prompted by adverse weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A flight crew lost control of their aircraft during a go-around maneuver near La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB, resulting in two fatalities.
What happened
During an approach to the La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB, the flight crew received instructions to divert from their intended destination because of unfavorable weather conditions. As the crew began executing a go-around procedure, the aircraft became uncontrollable.
The plane crashed into a residential backyard located approximately 7.8 km before reaching the runway. The accident resulted in two fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants.
Findings
The flight was diverted due to poor visibility or weather at the original destination.
The loss of control occurred specifically during the initiation of a go-around.
Probable cause
The aircraft lost controllability during a missed approach procedure prompted by adverse weather conditions.