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Aircraft crash on Mt Puelo Alto during flight to Segundo Corral (942)

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On September 14, 1969, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration 942) operated by Chilean Air Force - Fuerza Aérea de Chile was involved in an aviation accident near Mt Puelo Alto, Chile in flight. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a forested area on the slopes of Mt Puelo Alto while en route to Segundo Corral, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

While traveling toward its destination of Segundo Corral, a twin engine aircraft impacted trees and came to rest within a heavily wooded region situated on the slope of Mt Puelo Alto. The impact caused significant damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.

Despite the severity of the crash, search and rescue operations were successful. All 21 occupants on board were located and brought to safety several hours after the incident occurred.

Findings

  • The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair due to the impact with vegetation.
  • There were zero fatalities among the passengers and crew.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Sept 1969 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Mt Puelo Alto, Chile?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a forested area on the slopes of Mt Puelo Alto while en route to Segundo Corral, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Sept 1969 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Sept 1969 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration 942, operated by Chilean Air Force - Fuerza Aérea de Chile, at Mt Puelo Alto, Chile.

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