No fatalities

Cargo Aircraft Runway Excursion Involving Livestock Transport (YV-C-LBH)

Carora, VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 2, 1962, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration YV-C-LBH) operated by Linea Expressa Bolivar Compania Aérea - LEBCA was involved in an aviation accident near Carora, Venezuela during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo plane transporting twelve pedigree bulls veered off the runway after landing from Miami, catching fire. Both pilots escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was destroyed and all animals perished.

Incident Overview

An aircraft operating a cargo flight out of Miami experienced a serious accident upon arrival. The specific registration, operator, and date of the incident are not provided in the available source material. The flight was transporting twelve pedigree bulls as its primary cargo.

Accident Sequence

During the landing phase, the airplane lost control. It subsequently veered off the runway surface and came to a stop while engulfed in flames. The fire resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

Casualties and Damage

Both pilots successfully evacuated the cabin following the excursion. Neither pilot sustained injuries during the evacuation process. However, the twelve pedigree bulls on board were killed in the incident. The aircraft was confirmed to be destroyed by the subsequent fire.