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Single-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Pariaguán (YV-1112P)

Pariaguán, VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 15, 2005, a Cessna 208A Caravan (registration YV-1112P) operated by Private Venezuela was involved in an aviation accident near Pariaguán, Venezuela during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. 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

A single-engine aircraft crashed while descending to Pariaguán Airport after its last radio contact. All three occupants were killed, and the wreckage was found the next day in an isolated area.

Flight Details and Last Contact A single-engine aircraft departed Valencia at 1400 local time and was scheduled to arrive at Pariaguán at 1518 local time. During its descent toward Pariaguán Airport, the pilot made a final radio transmission to air traffic control, reporting a position eight nautical miles from the airport. This was the last communication received from the aircraft. ## Accident and Aftermath The accident occurred eight minutes before the estimated time of arrival. The wreckage was discovered the following day in an isolated area. All three people on board were killed in the crash.

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What happened in the 15 May 2005 Cessna 208A Caravan accident near Pariaguán, Venezuela?

A single-engine aircraft crashed while descending to Pariaguán Airport after its last radio contact. All three occupants were killed, and the wreckage was found the next day in an isolated area.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 May 2005 Cessna 208A Caravan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 May 2005 involved a Cessna 208A Caravan, registration YV-1112P, operated by Private Venezuela, at Pariaguán, Venezuela.

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