Fatal aircraft accident near Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport

6 fatalities • Guatemala City-La Aurora, Guatemala • Takeoff (climb)

A humanitarian flight departing Guatemala for Honduras crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

What happened

A flight operating out of Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport crashed during its initial climb phase. The aircraft was performing a humanitarian mission, transporting supplies intended for those affected by Hurricane Fifi to Honduras.

Shortly after departing the airport, the crew experienced significant mechanical issues involving the engines. This loss of power led to the aircraft crashing approximately 14 km away from the departure airfield. There were no survivors of the impact; all six fatalities occurred among the occupants on board.

Findings

The crash was precipitated by engine problems encountered during the early stages of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after takeoff, leading to a loss of control and subsequent crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-10-03 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Guatemala City-La Aurora, Guatemala?

A humanitarian flight departing Guatemala for Honduras crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-10-03 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-10-03 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), operated by Guatemalan Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Guatemalteca, at Guatemala City-La Aurora, Guatemala.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after takeoff, leading to a loss of control and subsequent crash.

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