Fatal crash during post-maintenance flight

3 fatalities • Itaguazurenda, Bolivia • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff during a local maintenance test flight, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

A twin-engine aircraft was engaged in a local flight following recent maintenance work when it crashed shortly after departing. The flight was being conducted by a single pilot accompanied by two mechanics. During the initial climb, while the aircraft had reached an altitude of approximately 210 feet, it transitioned into an uncontrolled descent.

The impact resulted in the deaths of all three occupants on board. According to information provided by the aircraft owner, the aircraft had recently undergone service involving the engines, propellers, and the nose landing gear.

Findings

While the specific mechanical failure has not been officially determined, the aircraft was undergoing a post-maintenance test flight at the time of the accident. The recent work performed on the propulsion systems and the nose landing gear is noted in the context of the flight's purpose.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-10-11 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Itaguazurenda, Bolivia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff during a local maintenance test flight, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1996-10-11 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-10-11 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration N3333D, operated by Servicios Petroleros Helimar, at Itaguazurenda, Bolivia.

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