2 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident near San Luis la Herradura (300)

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On May 5, 1957, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration 300) operated by Honduran Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Hondureña was involved in an aviation accident near San Luis la Herradura, Salvador in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A flight operating between El Salvador and Honduras crashed near San Luis la Herradura, resulting in two fatalities and several injuries.

What happened

A flight traveling from the capital of El Salvador to the capital of Honduras crashed in the vicinity of San Luis la Herradura. The accident occurred while the aircraft was performing its scheduled route between the two nations. The impact resulted in two fatalities, involving both pilots on board, while a small number of passengers sustained injuries.

Findings

The specific circumstances surrounding the crash remain unknown at this time. No official determination has been released regarding the exact sequence of events leading to the loss of the aircraft or the reason for its descent into the San Luis la Herradura area.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 May 1957 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near San Luis la Herradura, Salvador?

A flight operating between El Salvador and Honduras crashed near San Luis la Herradura, resulting in two fatalities and several injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 May 1957 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 May 1957 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 300, operated by Honduran Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Hondureña, at San Luis la Herradura, Salvador.