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Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash at Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar Airport (YV-726CP)

Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar, VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)

On March 27, 1994, a Beechcraft 90 King Air (registration YV-726CP) operated by Multi Servicios Lujal was involved in an aviation accident near Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar, 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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered YV-726CP
Aircraft registered YV-726CP. Photo: Aeroprints.com / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a drainage ditch 45 meters from the runway at Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar Airport after diverting due to engine problems. Both pilots were injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview and Diversion Decision During a flight from Los Roques to Caracas, the crew of a twin-engine aircraft reported engine problems and declared an emergency. The flight was subsequently cleared to divert to Caracas-Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar Airport. ## Landing Conditions and Crash Upon arrival, the crew encountered strong crosswinds during the landing phase. The aircraft lost control and crashed into a drainage ditch located 45 meters from the runway. ## Casualties and Damage Both pilots sustained injuries in the accident. The aircraft was destroyed as a result of the crash.

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