On January 18, 1976, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration CP-573) operated by Frigorifico Maniqui was involved in an aviation accident near San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia, Bolivia during landing or approach. 7 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the right engine after takeoff for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
Shortly after takeoff from San Borja Airport, the right engine failed. An unstable approach resulted in a crash beyond the runway. Three passengers were injured; seven occupants were killed.
Accident Overview
On a flight departing from San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia Airport, the aircraft experienced a right engine failure minutes after takeoff. The crew declared an emergency and received clearance to return and land on runway 18.
Sequence of Events
During the landing attempt, the approach became unstable. The aircraft failed to land, overflew the runway, and subsequently crashed in a wooded area located past the runway end.
Injuries and Fatalities
Three passengers sustained injuries. All seven other occupants on board were killed.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be failure of the right engine after takeoff for undetermined reasons.