2 fatalities

1972-04-06: Curtiss C-46 Commando (YV-C-EVF) — AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas — San Fernando de Apure, Venezuela

San Fernando de Apure, VenezuelaTakeoff (climb)

On April 6, 1972, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration YV-C-EVF) operated by AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas was involved in an aviation accident near San Fernando de Apure, Venezuela during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff during its initial climb phase, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During the early stages of flight, an aircraft entered an uncontrolled state while performing its initial climb. The incident occurred immediately following departure from the airfield. The loss of control led to a crash at the scene.

There were two fatalities recorded in the accident, as both members of the flight crew perished in the impact. No other occupants were reported on board.

Findings

The available information indicates that the aircraft became unmanageable during the transition from takeoff to the climb phase. The sequence of events concluded with a high-impact collision following the loss of aerodynamic stability.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff.