Fatal mountain collision near Panzós

30 fatalities • Panzós, Guatemala • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside in the Sierra de las Minas during poor weather, resulting in 26 fatalities and several survivors who later succumbed to injuries.

What happened

During a flight through adverse weather conditions, an aircraft traveling at an altitude of 10,000 feet collided with a mountain slope. The impact occurred within the Sierra de las Minas region, situated approximately 20 km south of Panzós. Due to the difficult terrain and environmental conditions, rescue teams required several hours to access the wreckage.

The accident resulted in 26 fatalities among the occupants. While five passengers sustained serious injuries and survived the initial impact, four of these individuals later passed away due to the severity of their wounds.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating at 10,000 feet during the event.
  • Poor weather conditions were present at the time of the collision.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through inclement weather.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1956-05-24 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Panzós, Guatemala?

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside in the Sierra de las Minas during poor weather, resulting in 26 fatalities and several survivors who later succumbed to injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1956-05-24 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 30 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1956-05-24 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration TG-AHA, operated by Aviateca, at Panzós, Guatemala.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through inclement weather.

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