No fatalities

1960-05-19: Curtiss C-46 Commando (YV-C-LBG) — Linea Expressa Bolivar Compania Aérea - LEBCA — David, Panama

David, PanamaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 19, 1960, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration YV-C-LBG) operated by Linea Expressa Bolivar Compania Aérea - LEBCA was involved in an aviation accident near David, Panama during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An unforeseen in-flight emergency necessitated a diversion that resulted in a crash landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781246570Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft sustained heavy damage following a crash landing at David Airport after the crew diverted due to an unforeseen in-flight situation.

What happened

While operating an active flight, the flight crew encountered an unanticipated event during the transit phase of the journey. This unexpected situation necessitated an immediate change in flight path, leading the crew to initiate an emergency diversion toward David Airport.

During the attempt to land at the destination, the aircraft underwent a crash landing. The impact resulted in the vessel being damaged beyond repair, rendering it a total loss. Despite the severity of the impact, there were no injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

  • The crew was forced to divert due to an unexpected situation encountered during flight.
  • The incident concluded with a crash landing at David Airport.

Probable cause

An unforeseen in-flight emergency necessitated a diversion that resulted in a crash landing.