Disappearance and Recovery of Twin-Engine Aircraft Near Mt Cuilato (FAC-5530)

Incident Overview and Search Operations A twin-engine aircraft was cruising at an altitude of 9,000 feet when it struck the slope of Mt Cuilato, located southwest of Saravena. Because the aircraft did not arrive at its destination, search and rescue (SAR) operations were initiated. However, these efforts were eventually suspended on 15 October 1987, as no trace of the aircraft or its nine occupants could be found. ## Wreckage Discovery The wreckage was later localized in an isolated area on 30 March 2000. The source does not provide specific details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, or the exact cause of the accident.