On August 8, 2003, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (registration YV-1069C) operated by Servicios Aéreos Sucre - SASCA was involved in an aviation accident near Tocomita (Gurí), Venezuela during landing or approach. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered a stall during the final approach while attempting an emergency landing due to engine issues. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A flight traveling from Porlamar to Canaima crashed during an emergency approach to Tocomita following reports of engine issues.
What happened
While operating a flight from Porlamar to Canaima, the flight crew notified air traffic control of mechanical difficulties involving the engines. In response to the reported engine problems, the aircraft was granted permission to divert to Tocomita for an emergency landing.
During the final approach phase at Tocomita, the aircraft experienced a stall. This resulted in the plane striking trees approximately 100 meters before reaching the runway. The impact caused the total destruction of the aircraft.
Impact and casualties
Total fatalities: 1
Total injuries: 15
All 16 occupants were on board the aircraft at the time of the accident.
Probable cause
The aircraft entered a stall during the final approach while attempting an emergency landing due to engine issues.
