Accident Overview
An aircraft en route from the United States to Nicaragua crashed under unknown circumstances in a mountainous region near Ciudad Quesada. The flight was carrying seven occupants and a cargo of weapons and ammunition intended for the Contras in Nicaragua. All seven individuals on board were killed in the accident.
Occupants and Cargo
The aircraft had seven people on board. The cargo consisted of weapons and ammunition destined for the Contra forces in Nicaragua. No further details about the identities or roles of the occupants were provided in the investigation source.
Registration Discrepancy
At the time of the accident, the aircraft was displaying the registration CF-ETE, which was incorrect. The correct registration assigned to the aircraft was N62WS. The reason for the use of the false registration was not disclosed.
Investigation
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain unknown. The accident occurred in a mountainous area, but no specific cause was determined. The investigation did not provide any findings regarding weather, mechanical issues, or human factors.