Incident Details
Shortly after takeoff from San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia Airport, while the aircraft was in its initial climb, the left engine caught fire. The crew immediately shut down the affected engine and feathered its propeller in an attempt to control the situation, but they were unable to extinguish the fire.
Crew Actions
Unable to return to the departure airport, the crew initiated an emergency landing procedure. They selected a field located near Aurora as the landing site and executed an emergency landing. Upon touchdown, the aircraft came to rest and subsequently burst into flames.
Accident Outcome
The aircraft was consumed by fire after coming to rest. All three crew members on board escaped the aircraft uninjured.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be an engine fire for unknown reasons.