What happened
The aviation accident occurred in a rugged, mountainous region situated close to Puerto Araujo. Following the impact, the aircraft came to rest in difficult terrain that impeded immediate recovery efforts. Search and rescue teams were unable to locate the site immediately due to the challenging topography. It was not until one week after the crash that the wreckage was finally discovered by searchers.
Findings
The incident resulted in a total loss of life for everyone on board. All 17 occupants were killed in the event. The remote nature of the crash site and the mountainous conditions significantly delayed the discovery of the debris field, highlighting the operational challenges associated with accidents in such environments.