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Fatal aircraft accident near Laguna Soliz (CP-1470)

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On April 6, 1981, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration CP-1470) operated by Urcupina was involved in an aviation accident near Laguna Soliz, Bolivia in flight. 7 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during flight while attempting to navigate around worsening weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed near Laguna Soliz following a period of deteriorating weather conditions and a subsequent loss of control.

What happened

During the flight, the crew encountered increasingly severe weather conditions. In response to the worsening environment, air traffic controllers authorized a change in the flight path to allow the aircraft to bypass the inclement weather.

While navigating the modified route, the aircraft experienced a loss of control. The plane subsequently impacted the ground in the vicinity of Laguna Soliz. There were seven fatalities resulting from the impact, with no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

  • The flight crew attempted to avoid deteriorating weather by altering their course.
  • The aircraft became uncontrollable during the period of poor weather.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during flight while attempting to navigate around worsening weather conditions.

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