6 fatalities

1995-11-26: Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (EB-002) — Bolivian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Boliviana — Uncía, Bolivia

Uncía, BoliviaTakeoff (climb)

On November 26, 1995, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (registration EB-002) operated by Bolivian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Boliviana was involved in an aviation accident near Uncía, Bolivia during takeoff. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the climb phase, leading to a high-impact crash and explosion. 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 1781207539Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed and exploded shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following takeoff, a twin engine aircraft experienced a sudden loss of control. The aircraft descended rapidly and impacted the ground near the end of the runway. The impact resulted in a massive explosion at the crash site.

There were six fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board the aircraft perished during the event.

Findings

No specific technical cause for the loss of control was identified in the available reports, though the aircraft's trajectory led to a high-energy impact and subsequent fire near the runway perimeter.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the climb phase, leading to a high-impact crash and explosion.