Fatal mountain impact following takeoff from Urpay Airport

12 fatalities • Urpay, Peru • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside shortly after departing Urpay Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a recent flight departure from Urpay Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced significant performance issues while attempting to climb. The aircraft was unable to reach the necessary altitude required to clear surrounding terrain, leading to a collision with a mountain.

There were 12 fatalities recorded in the accident, as all individuals on board perished during the impact. The incident occurred during the initial climb phase of the flight immediately following takeoff.

Findings

  • The aircraft encountered mechanical or aerodynamic difficulties that prevented it from gaining sufficient altitude.
  • The collision with the mountain was a direct result of the inability to maintain altitude after departing the airfield.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to achieve the necessary altitude during its initial climb, resulting in a collision with terrain.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-10-10 Cessna 402 accident near Urpay, Peru?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside shortly after departing Urpay Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-10-10 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 12 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-10-10 involved a Cessna 402, registration OB-T-1254, operated by Transportes Aéreos Unidos de la Selva Amazonica - TAUSA, at Urpay, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to achieve the necessary altitude during its initial climb, resulting in a collision with terrain.

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