Emergency Landing and Aircraft Fire at San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia Airport

1 fatality • San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff from San Borja, leading to an emergency landing in a field that resulted in one fatality.

What happened

Shortly after departing from San Borjak-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia Airport, the flight crew identified a hydraulic leak originating from the right engine. Following this discovery, the crew notified Air Traffic Control and received authorization to perform a return to the airfield.

During the descent phase of the flight, the aircraft struggled to preserve a safe altitude. In an effort to manage the situation, the crew attempted an emergency landing within an open field. Upon impacting the ground, the tail section of the aircraft detached from the main fuselage. The impact was followed by a fire that consumed the wreckage.

Outcomes

  • Total fatalities: 1
  • Total injuries: Multiple passengers
  • Successful evacuations: 28 occupants

The accident resulted in the death of one passenger, while the remaining 28 people on board were evacuated from the burning wreckage, with several individuals sustaining injuries during the event.

Probable cause

A hydraulic leak in the right engine led to a loss of altitude control and an unsuccessful emergency landing attempt.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-01-07 Convair CV-440 Metropolitan accident near San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia?

An aircraft experienced a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff from San Borja, leading to an emergency landing in a field that resulted in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-01-07 Convair CV-440 Metropolitan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-01-07 involved a Convair CV-440 Metropolitan, registration CP-961, operated by Transaéreos Frimo - Frigorifico Movima, at San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A hydraulic leak in the right engine led to a loss of altitude control and an unsuccessful emergency landing attempt.

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