2 fatalities

2024-07-14: Cessna 402 (N5040Q) — Private United States of America — Chaparral, Venezuela

Chaparral, VenezuelaFlight

On July 14, 2024, a Cessna 402 (registration N5040Q) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Chaparral, Venezuela in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was reportedly performing an unauthorized mission at the time of the crash. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A twin-engine airplane crashed in a plantation in the Chaparral region of Venezuela, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

On an unspecified date, a twin-engine airplane crashed within a plantation area located in the Chaparral region of the State of Portuguesa, Venezuela. The aircraft was reportedly involved in an unauthorized mission at the time of the accident. Following the impact, a fire broke out, which completely destroyed the airframe.

There were two fatalities recorded in the accident, as both individuals on board the aircraft perished during the event. The exact circumstances surrounding the flight and the crash remain unconfirmed.

Findings

Preliminary reports suggest that the aircraft was engaged in an illegal operation prior to the crash. While the wreckage was consumed by post-crash flames, the specific technical reasons for the loss of control have not been officially documented.

Probable cause

The aircraft was reportedly performing an unauthorized mission at the time of the crash.