Fatal Huánuco–Pucallpa Flight Accident (OB-PBH-530)

Flight Details and Accident Sequence The aircraft was operating a scheduled domestic flight between Huánuco and Pucallpa, carrying 3 crew members and 15 passengers. At the time of the incident, the aircraft was flying at a height of 15,000 feet and was operating normally until 0955LT. At that time, the pilot reported by radio that the aircraft was returning to Huánuco due to bad weather. No further communication was received from the aircraft. ## Witness Accounts and Impact Eye-witnesses reported seeing the aircraft falling and revolving in its descent. They also stated that they heard the noise of the engines accelerating in a burst of power just before the aircraft struck the ground near the base of a hill. The time of the accident was approximately 1005LT. The aircraft was totally destroyed, and all 18 occupants were killed.