What happened
While operating a flight from Chagual to Lima, the aircraft experienced a significant loss of fuel pressure that led to the shutdown of the left engine. This occurred approximately 25 miles from the Lima-Callao-Jorge Chávez Airport. As the crew proceeded with their descent toward the destination, the right engine also failed during the final approach phase.
In response to the dual engine failure, the crew feathered both propellers and initiated an emergency landing in an open field. The aircraft eventually came to a stop 3.5 km from the runway threshold. Although the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, all 12 occupants managed to exit the plane without any injuries.
Findings
Investigations into the incident highlighted several contributing factors related to crew fatigue and operational management. The technical crew had completed four consecutive flights to the Chagual aerodrome, an area known for demanding high levels of situational awareness due to challenging terrain. The crew's responsibilities were further complicated by performing multiple roles, including dispatcher, loader, and cabin crew, which likely degraded their performance during a long and exhausting duty period.
Additionally, systemic failures within the Aero Condor Company Charter management were identified. A lack of proper planning regarding fuel availability contributed to the crisis; specifically, management failed to communicate a NOTAM indicating a shortage of JET A1 fuel in Trujillo. This oversight created significant logistical and operational difficulties for the flight's programming.