Emergency landing of single-engine aircraft near San Lorenzo

No fatalities • San Lorenzo, Peru • Flight

A single-engine aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after departure from San Lorenzo, resulting in a crash landing in a wooded area.

What happened

At approximately 09:00 local time, a single-engine aircraft departed from San Lorenzo, bound for Tarapoto. The flight was carrying a total of 12 people, consisting of two pilots and 10 passengers. Roughly 15 minutes after takeoff, the crew identified mechanical issues involving the aircraft's engine.

In response to the technical difficulties, the crew attempted to perform an emergency landing. During this maneuver, the single-engine aircraft struck a wooded area situated approximately 15 km southeast of San Lorenzo. While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no fatalities among the 12 occupants. All individuals on board were successfully rescued from the site.

Findings

  • The crew encountered technical problems with the engine during the initial climb or cruise phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced engine failure during the flight, necessitating an emergency descent into a wooded area.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2022-10-13 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near San Lorenzo, Peru?

A single-engine aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after departure from San Lorenzo, resulting in a crash landing in a wooded area.

Were there any fatalities in the 2022-10-13 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2022-10-13 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration OB-2228, operated by SAETA Perú (Servicios Aéreos Tarapota), at San Lorenzo, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced engine failure during the flight, necessitating an emergency descent into a wooded area.

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