Four-Engine Aircraft Crashes into Sea During Local Training Flight (YV-C-LBV)

Incident Overview and Crew Rescue Details During a local training flight departing from Maiquetía-Simón Bolívar Airport, a four-engine aircraft experienced a complete loss of power when all four engines stopped simultaneously while en route. The pilot-in-command attempted to ditch the aircraft, which subsequently crashed into the sea a few kilometers off shore. All three crew members on board were rescued, while the aircraft was lost. The incident resulted in no fatalities among the crew, though the aircraft was destroyed. The event highlights the critical importance of fuel management and emergency procedures in aviation operations, particularly during training flights where operational margins may be tighter.