Fatal crash during positioning flight near Calabozo Airport

3 fatalities • Calabozo, Venezuela • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed into flames five minutes after departing Calabozo Airport, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members on board.

What happened

On the date of the accident, an aircraft was performing a positioning flight from Calabozo Airport toward Bruzual. Approximately five minutes after the departure from Calabozo, the aircraft experienced a loss of control. The plane subsequently crashed and caught fire upon impact.

The wreckage was completely destroyed during the collision. There were three fatalities among the crew members on board; no survivors were reported from the flight.

Findings

Following the crash, it was determined that the aircraft became uncontrollable shortly after takeoff, leading to the fatal impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase of a positioning flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1957-04-12 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Calabozo, Venezuela?

An aircraft crashed into flames five minutes after departing Calabozo Airport, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1957-04-12 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1957-04-12 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration YV-C-AFA, operated by Linea Aeropostal Venezolana - LAV, at Calabozo, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase of a positioning flight.

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