No fatalities

Twin-engine aircraft stall and crash during takeoff (CP-941)

San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, BoliviaTakeoff (climb)

On June 6, 1975, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration CP-941) operated by Transaéreos Illimani was involved in an aviation accident near San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact reason for the aircraft stalling immediately after liftoff has not yet been determined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A twin-engine airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall immediately following liftoff, resulting in a crash and minor injuries to all occupants.

What happened

During the initial climb phase of flight, a twin-engine aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after leaving the runway. The loss of lift caused the plane to descend rapidly, leading to a crash at the takeoff site.

There were four people on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. All occupants sustained slight injuries, but no fatalities were reported following the impact. The aircraft itself suffered significant structural damage and was declared a total loss.

Findings

The specific mechanical or aerodynamic reasons for the stall remain undetermined, as the precise cause of the loss of control during the transition from ground roll to flight is currently unknown.

Probable cause

The exact reason for the aircraft stalling immediately after liftoff has not yet been determined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jun 1975 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia?

A twin-engine airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall immediately following liftoff, resulting in a crash and minor injuries to all occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jun 1975 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jun 1975 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration CP-941, operated by Transaéreos Illimani, at San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact reason for the aircraft stalling immediately after liftoff has not yet been determined.