On September 26, 1993, a Beechcraft 90 King Air (registration N90AF) operated by Lineas Aéreas de Ucayali - LAUSA was involved in an aviation accident near Quillabamba, Peru during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
Five minutes after takeoff from Palmapampa, thick black smoke from the right engine led to a shutdown and emergency landing in an open field near Quillabamba. The left main gear collapsed during rollout, but all six occupants escaped uninjured. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Incident
Approximately five minutes after departing from Palmapampa, the flight crew observed thick black smoke emanating from the right engine. In response, the engine was shut down. The crew then reduced altitude and initiated an emergency landing in an open field located near Quillabamba.
Landing and Gear Collapse
During the landing rollout, after traveling about 100 metres, the left main landing gear collapsed. The aircraft subsequently veered to the left before coming to rest.
Occupants and Damage
All six occupants evacuated the aircraft without injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage, rendering it beyond repair.