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Seaplane Crash in the Rio Napo During Approach to Iquitos (FAP317)

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On October 10, 1961, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration FAP317) operated by Peruvian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea del Perú was involved in an aviation accident near Iquitos-Moronacocha, Peru in flight. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A seaplane crashed into the Rio Napo while approaching Iquitos after an engine failure. The pilot made an emergency landing attempt, but the aircraft struck a tree trunk. Six occupants were killed, and the mechanic was rescued.

Incident Overview and Context While approaching Iquitos, a seaplane experienced an engine failure. The pilot attempted an emergency landing on the Rio Napo, but the aircraft struck a tree trunk on final approach and crashed into the river. ## Emergency Response and Outcome Following the crash, the mechanic was able to swim to the shore and was rescued. Six other occupants were killed in the incident. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident to be engine failure. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date are provided in the source.

Engine failure

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Oct 1961 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Iquitos-Moronacocha, Peru?

A seaplane crashed into the Rio Napo while approaching Iquitos after an engine failure. The pilot made an emergency landing attempt, but the aircraft struck a tree trunk. Six occupants were killed, and the mechanic was rescued.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Oct 1961 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Oct 1961 involved a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, registration FAP317, operated by Peruvian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea del Perú, at Iquitos-Moronacocha, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure

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