Aircraft crash near Guapiles during flight from Tortuguero

No fatalities • Guapiles, Costa Rica • Flight

A small aircraft crashed in a dense jungle area near Guapiles while traveling from Tortuguero to San José, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

During a flight originating in Tortuguero and destined for San José, an aircraft encountered a loss of control while navigating the airspace. The flight path led the plane into a heavily forested region characterized by triple canopy jungle located in the vicinity of Guapiles.

Upon impact with the terrain, the aircraft was completely destroyed. Despite the severity of the crash, all seven people on board were successfully pulled from the wreckage. There were zero fatalities reported following the incident.

Findings

Initial reports indicate that the pilot was unable to maintain control of the aircraft prior to the collision with the jungle canopy.

Probable cause

The pilot lost control of the aircraft during the flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-03-07 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Guapiles, Costa Rica?

A small aircraft crashed in a dense jungle area near Guapiles while traveling from Tortuguero to San José, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1997-03-07 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-03-07 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration N851JA, operated by Travelair - Costa Rica, at Guapiles, Costa Rica.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot lost control of the aircraft during the flight.

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