9 fatalities

Fatal Charter Flight Crash in Hilly Jungle Terrain (OB-PBN-659)

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On August 24, 1962, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration OB-PBN-659) operated by Faucett was involved in an aviation accident near Cerro Puena Paz, Peru in flight. 9 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A charter aircraft carrying oil company employees and equipment crashed into tree tops in a hilly jungle during marginal weather, killing all nine occupants.

Incident Overview and Context The aircraft was operating a charter flight to San Ramon at the time of the accident. The flight was transporting employees and equipment for an oil company. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the event. ## Accident Sequence While cruising in marginal weather conditions, the airplane struck tree tops. The impact occurred in a jungle located in hilly terrain. The collision resulted in the destruction of the aircraft. ## Casualties and Outcome All nine occupants on board were killed in the crash. The source does not provide a probable cause or additional details regarding the investigation findings.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Aug 1962 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Cerro Puena Paz, Peru?

A charter aircraft carrying oil company employees and equipment crashed into tree tops in a hilly jungle during marginal weather, killing all nine occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Aug 1962 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Aug 1962 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration OB-PBN-659, operated by Faucett, at Cerro Puena Paz, Peru.