What happened
During a scheduled training mission, a twin-engine aircraft departed from the Puerto Montt-El Tepual airport. While performing the flight, the aircraft encountered and struck the cables of a high-voltage powerline carrying 23,000 volts. The impact caused the plane to descend into hilly terrain, where the wreckage subsequently caught fire.
There were three fatalities among the crew members on board. No other persons were reported injured in the accident.
Findings
- The aircraft collided with 23,000 volt powerlines during the flight phase.
- The subsequent crash into hilly terrain resulted in a post-impact fire.