Aircraft accident during approach to Cochabamba Airport

No fatalities • Cochabamba, Bolivia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing while performing an approach to Cochabamba Airport, resulting in injuries to the flight crew.

What happened

During an approach to Cochabamba Airport, an aircraft was involved in a crash accident. The impact resulted in the total loss of the airframe, as the aircraft was declared a write-off following the event.

There were two individuals on board at the time of the incident. Both the pilot and the co-pilot sustained injuries during the accident. No other casualties were reported in connection with this flight.

Findings

No specific technical or environmental factors were detailed regarding the crash, though the event occurred while the aircraft was in the approach phase of its flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-04-24 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Cochabamba, Bolivia?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing while performing an approach to Cochabamba Airport, resulting in injuries to the flight crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-04-24 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-04-24 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration CB-51, operated by Lloyd Aéreo Boliviano - LAB Airlines, at Cochabamba, Bolivia.

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