2 fatalities

1985-05-28: Convair CV-580 (YV-84C) — AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas — Cabimas-Oro Negro, Venezuela

Cabimas-Oro Negro, VenezuelaTakeoff (climb)

On May 28, 1985, a Convair CV-580 (registration YV-84C) operated by AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas was involved in an aviation accident near Cabimas-Oro Negro, Venezuela during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was unable to maintain sufficient altitude during the initial climb phase after takeoff. 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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An aircraft crashed into a wooded area following an unsuccessful climb after departing from Cabimas-Oro Negro Airport.

What happened

Following departure from runway 06 at Cabimas-Oro Negro Airport, the aircraft experienced significant issues maintaining altitude. Shortly after leaving the runway, the tail of the plane made contact with a hill situated approximately 500 meters beyond the airfield's end. The impact caused the aircraft to crash into a nearby forested region located roughly one kilometer from the runway threshold.

The accident resulted in two fatalities, involving both pilots on board. Additionally, there were 11 injuries reported among the other passengers and crew members involved in the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to maintain sufficient altitude during the initial climb phase after takeoff.