Engine failures lead to crash landing near Puerto Plata-La Union Airport

No fatalities • Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic • Landing (descent or approach)

A dual engine failure during an approach to Puerto Plata-La Union Airport resulted in a crash landing in a sugar cane field, though all occupants escaped without injury.

What happened

During an approach to Puerto Plata-La Union Airport, the aircraft experienced a failure of its right engine. Following this initial malfunction, the crew received clearance to land on runway 08, but subsequently decided to execute a go-around maneuver. During the climb phase of this aborted landing, the left engine also lost power and ceased functioning.

Unable to maintain flight on a single engine, the crew attempted an emergency descent into a nearby field. The aircraft eventually crash landed within a sugar cane plantation, where it came to a complete stop. Despite the impact, all 35 occupants were able to evacuate the aircraft safely. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Probable cause

The sequential failure of both the right and left engines during the approach and go-around phases.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-06-07 Douglas DC-3 accident near Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic?

A dual engine failure during an approach to Puerto Plata-La Union Airport resulted in a crash landing in a sugar cane field, though all occupants escaped without injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-06-07 Douglas DC-3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-06-07 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration N102AP, operated by Victoria Air - USA, at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The sequential failure of both the right and left engines during the approach and go-around phases.

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