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Aircraft Overrun During Landing in Iquitos (OB-R-1314)

Iquitos-Moronacocha, PeruLanding (descent or approach)

On April 3, 1989, a Boeing 737-200 (registration OB-R-1314) operated by Faucett was involved in an aviation accident near Iquitos-Moronacocha, Peru during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered OB-R-1314
Aircraft registered OB-R-1314. Photo: Pedro Aragão / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

An aircraft overran a wet runway in Iquitos after landing in heavy rain, tearing off its right engine. All 139 occupants evacuated, with 14 passengers injured and the aircraft damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview and Conditions The approach and landing in Iquitos was completed in heavy rain. After landing on a wet runway, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining distance. ## Outcome and Damage The aircraft overran the runway and came to rest with the right engine torn off. All 139 occupants were evacuated from the aircraft. Among them, 14 passengers were injured. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair. ## Investigation Status The source does not state the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or probable cause. No additional details are provided in the official accident investigation source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Apr 1989 Boeing 737-200 accident near Iquitos-Moronacocha, Peru?

An aircraft overran a wet runway in Iquitos after landing in heavy rain, tearing off its right engine. All 139 occupants evacuated, with 14 passengers injured and the aircraft damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Apr 1989 Boeing 737-200 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Apr 1989 involved a Boeing 737-200, registration OB-R-1314, operated by Faucett, at Iquitos-Moronacocha, Peru.

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