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Engine Failure Leads to Crash During Test Flight; Occupants Uninjured (CP-1960)

San Juan Ranch, BoliviaTakeoff (climb)

On November 2, 1992, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration CP-1960) operated by Transportes Aéreos San Jorge was involved in an aviation accident near San Juan Ranch, Bolivia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

During a local test flight after an engine replacement, the left engine lost power and emitted smoke shortly after takeoff. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft crashed in a swampy area near the airport. All three occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview

A crew of three was conducting a local test flight following the replacement of the right engine on the aircraft. Shortly after takeoff, during the initial climb, the left engine experienced a loss of power and began emitting smoke. The crew decided to return to the airport but was unable to maintain a safe altitude. In response, the captain initiated an emergency landing attempt.

Crash and Aftermath

The aircraft subsequently crashed into a swampy area near the airport. All three occupants evacuated the aircraft without any reported injuries. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.

Facts

  • The flight was a local test flight after the right engine had been replaced.
  • After takeoff, during initial climb, the left engine lost power and produced smoke.
  • The crew decided to return but could not maintain altitude.
  • The captain attempted an emergency landing.
  • The aircraft crashed in a swampy area near the airport.
  • All three occupants escaped uninjured.
  • The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
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