On September 14, 1955, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration YV-C-EVL) operated by AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas was involved in an aviation accident near Maracaibo, Venezuela in flight. 4 people were killed. 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.
An aircraft disappeared over the sea near Maracaibo during cruise flight, resulting in the loss of all four crew members.
What happened
During a period of cruise flight near Maracaibo, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of control. The plane subsequently impacted the ocean under circumstances that remain undetermined. Following the disappearance, search and rescue operations were initiated to locate the wreckage and the occupants. However, after several days of searching, the mission was terminated because no debris or evidence of the aircraft could be located.
Findings
There were four fatalities involving the entire crew.
The exact cause of the loss of control remains unknown due to the lack of wreckage.
What happened in the 14 Sept 1955 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Maracaibo, Venezuela?
An aircraft disappeared over the sea near Maracaibo during cruise flight, resulting in the loss of all four crew members.
Were there any fatalities in the 14 Sept 1955 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 14 Sept 1955 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration YV-C-EVL, operated by AVENSA - Aerovias Venezolanas, at Maracaibo, Venezuela.
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