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Emergency Field Landing After Hydraulic Leak Results in Fatalities (CP-961)

San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, BoliviaLanding (descent or approach)

On January 7, 1975, a Convair CV-440 Metropolitan (registration CP-961) operated by Transaéreos Frimo - Frigorifico Movima was involved in an aviation accident near San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

Aircraft attempted emergency landing in a field after hydraulic leak post-takeoff. Tail separated on touchdown, causing fire. One passenger killed, 28 evacuated with some injuries.

Incident Overview A few minutes after departing from San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia Airport, the flight crew reported a hydraulic leak associated with the right engine to air traffic control. The crew was subsequently cleared to return to the airport. During the descent, the crew was unable to maintain a safe altitude and elected to attempt an emergency landing in an open field. On touchdown, the tail section separated from the airframe, and the aircraft came to rest in flames. One passenger was killed in the incident, while 28 other occupants were evacuated, with some sustaining injuries.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Jan 1975 Convair CV-440 Metropolitan accident near San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia?

Aircraft attempted emergency landing in a field after hydraulic leak post-takeoff. Tail separated on touchdown, causing fire. One passenger killed, 28 evacuated with some injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Jan 1975 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 7 Jan 1975 involved a Convair CV-440 Metropolitan, registration CP-961, operated by Transaéreos Frimo - Frigorifico Movima, at San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia.

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