Emergency landing near Olacapato Chico

No fatalities • Olacapato Chico, Argentina • Flight

An aircraft performing an en route flight experienced an unexpected in-flight situation, resulting in a crash landing in a desert region of Argentina.

What happened

During an active flight phase, the crew encountered an unforeseen emergency that necessitated an immediate attempt to land the aircraft. While navigating the airspace, the situation forced the operators to deviate from their intended path to seek a landing site.

The aircraft subsequently crash landed in a desert environment situated near Olacapato Chico, approximately 40 km northwest of San Antonio de los Cobres. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, though no fatalities were reported.

Findings

  • All three crew members survived the incident without any injuries.
  • The primary driver of the accident was an unexpected situation encountered during flight that prevented the continuation of the mission.

Probable cause

An unforeseen in-flight emergency forced the crew to perform an unplanned landing in a desert area.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1966-12-06 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Olacapato Chico, Argentina?

An aircraft performing an en route flight experienced an unexpected in-flight situation, resulting in a crash landing in a desert region of Argentina.

Were there any fatalities in the 1966-12-06 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1966-12-06 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration ZP-CAP, operated by Germa Inc., at Olacapato Chico, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An unforeseen in-flight emergency forced the crew to perform an unplanned landing in a desert area.

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