On January 6, 1992, a Cessna 401 (registration YV-605C) operated by Tranaca was involved in an aviation accident near Cumaná, Venezuela during landing or approach. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Both engines failed due to fuel exhaustion during the approach phase. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed eight kilometers short of the runway while approaching Cumaná-Antonio Jose de Sucre Airport, killing five people including German tourists and injuring one passenger due to suspected fuel exhaustion.
What happened
A twin-engine aircraft was on final approach to Cumaná-Antonio Jose de Sucre Airport when it crashed into the terrain approximately eight kilometers short of the runway threshold. The accident occurred during the landing phase of flight.
The impact resulted in significant casualties among those aboard. Five occupants were killed, including five German tourists. One passenger sustained serious injuries but survived the crash.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the primary factor leading to the accident was fuel exhaustion. It is believed that both engines failed due to a lack of fuel while the aircraft was on approach. This loss of power prevented the crew from completing the landing safely, resulting in the fatal crash.
Probable cause
Both engines failed due to fuel exhaustion during the approach phase.
What happened in the 6 Jan 1992 Cessna 401 accident near Cumaná, Venezuela?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed eight kilometers short of the runway while approaching Cumaná-Antonio Jose de Sucre Airport, killing five people including German tourists and injuring one passenger due to suspected fuel exhaustion.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jan 1992 Cessna 401 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Jan 1992 involved a Cessna 401, registration YV-605C, operated by Tranaca, at Cumaná, Venezuela.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Both engines failed due to fuel exhaustion during the approach phase.
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