What happened
During a scheduled local test flight departing from Maiquetá-Simón Bolívar Airport, the flight crew encountered significant mechanical difficulties. While the aircraft was in its initial climb phase, the operators contacted Air Traffic Control to report malfunctions involving the right-hand engine. Following this communication, the crew received authorization to execute an emergency return to the airfield.
However, during the attempt to land, the aircraft struck Mt Playa Grande, located in close proximity to the airport. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the plane. There were three fatalities among the crew members on board.
Findings
Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor was an overspeeding propeller, which subsequently led to the failure of the starboard engine.