5 fatalities

1984-03-24: Douglas C-54 Skymaster (CP-1206) — Frigorifico Reyes (FRI REYES) — Rurrenabaque, Bolivia

Rurrenabaque, BoliviaTakeoff (climb)

On March 24, 1984, a Douglas C-54 Skymaster (registration CP-1206) operated by Frigorifico Reyes (FRI REYES) was involved in an aviation accident near Rurrenabaque, Bolivia during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The simultaneous loss of power in two engines during the initial climb phase caused the aircraft to stall and crash. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781219626Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft crashed into a forested area shortly after departing from Rurrenabaque Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Rurrenabaque Airport, a four-engine aircraft experienced a critical loss of performance. While ascending, the aircraft entered a stall and subsequently impacted a densely wooded region.

There were five fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board the aircraft perished during the impact. No injuries were reported among survivors because there were none.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the primary factor was a simultaneous failure or loss of power in two engines during the climb. This sudden reduction in thrust led to the aerodynamic stall and the subsequent descent into the trees.

Probable cause

The simultaneous loss of power in two engines during the initial climb phase caused the aircraft to stall and crash.