Accident Overview
A single-engine aircraft operating a flight from Puerto Ayacucho Airport to Parima B crashed in a densely wooded area approximately 14 kilometers east of the airport. The aircraft was carrying eight members of the Yanomami indigenous community and two pilots.
Sequence of Events
Shortly after departure, the flight crew encountered engine problems. The aircraft subsequently lost altitude and impacted terrain in a heavily forested region.
Casualties and Survivors
Seven occupants died in the accident. Three individuals survived and were rescued, including the copilot.
Official Findings
The investigation determined the probable cause of the accident to be an engine failure in flight.