No fatalities

Aircraft Hijacking and Crash at Punto Fijo (YV-910CP)

Punto Fijo, VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)

On July 24, 2004, a Beechcraft 350 Super King Air (registration YV-910CP) operated by Wyngs Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Punto Fijo, Venezuela during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft was hijacked at Calabozo Airport by four armed passengers. The plane was diverted to Punto Fijo, where it crashed under unknown circumstances, resulting in no casualties but total destruction of the aircraft.

Incident Overview and Hijacking Details A twin-engine aircraft was operating a charter flight from La Carlota to Calabozo when it was hijacked upon arrival. The aircraft was carrying four passengers and two pilots. At Calabozo Airport, the four passengers brandished guns and took control of the airplane, initiating an illegal flight to Punto Fijo. The hijacking occurred after the completion of the initial charter segment, with the armed passengers forcing the pilots to divert the aircraft to its new destination. ## Crash and Aftermath Upon arriving at Punto Fijo, the aircraft crashed under unknown circumstances. The specific cause of the crash was not determined or stated in the available information. Despite the impact, there were no casualties reported among the occupants. The aircraft was destroyed in the incident, rendering it inoperable. The event involved a combination of criminal hijacking and a subsequent aviation accident, with the crash occurring after the unauthorized flight to Punto Fijo was completed.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Jul 2004 Beechcraft 350 Super King Air accident near Punto Fijo, Venezuela?

A twin-engine aircraft was hijacked at Calabozo Airport by four armed passengers. The plane was diverted to Punto Fijo, where it crashed under unknown circumstances, resulting in no casualties but total destruction of the aircraft.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Jul 2004 Beechcraft 350 Super King Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Jul 2004 involved a Beechcraft 350 Super King Air, registration YV-910CP, operated by Wyngs Aviation, at Punto Fijo, Venezuela.