What happened
During an approach to the area of Caballococha, a seaplane experienced a sudden loss of power due to an engine malfunction. In response to the mechanical failure, the crew initiated an emergency landing procedure. However, the aircraft was unable to maintain controlled flight and struck the surface of Lake Caballococha.
The accident resulted in a total of eight fatalities among those on board. Additionally, three individuals sustained injuries during the impact.
Findings
Official investigations into the crash concluded that the primary factor was an engine failure, though the specific underlying reason for the mechanical malfunction remains undetermined.