De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter crash near Puerto Montt

4 fatalities • Puerto Montt, Chile • Flight

A De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter crashed during its approach to Puerto Montt, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

A flight operating between Quellón and Puerto Montt, which included a scheduled stop in Chaitén, ended in a fatal accident. The aircraft, a De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter, was being used to transport spare components intended for another FAC Otter, registration 932.

As the flight crew prepared for their arrival at Puerto Montt, the aircraft entered an area characterized by severe weather and thunderstorm activity. During this approach phase, the plane became uncontrollable and struck the ground. The accident resulted in four fatalities, with no survivors among the occupants of the aircraft.

Probable cause

The aircraft encountered loss of control while navigating through thunderstorms during its approach to Puerto Montt.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1960-12-17 De Havilland DHC-3 Otter accident near Puerto Montt, Chile?

A De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter crashed during its approach to Puerto Montt, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1960-12-17 De Havilland DHC-3 Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1960-12-17 involved a De Havilland DHC-3 Otter, registration 933, operated by Chilean Air Force - Fuerza Aérea de Chile, at Puerto Montt, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft encountered loss of control while navigating through thunderstorms during its approach to Puerto Montt.

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