On January 30, 1975, a Douglas DC-3 (registration HI-222) operated by Lineas Aérea Nacional - LAN was involved in an aviation accident near Santo Domingo-Las Américas, Dominican Republic during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed that the loss of control was caused by the failure of the right engine shortly after liftoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
Shortly after takeoff from runway 17 at Santo Domingo-Las Américas Airport, the aircraft banked right and crashed in a wooded area. A crew member and a passenger were killed, 28 others injured. The aircraft was destroyed. The probable cause is failure of the right engine.
Accident Details
Shortly after takeoff from runway 17 at Santo Domingo-Las Américas International Airport, while in initial climb, the aircraft banked right and crashed into a wooded area. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact.
Occupants and Injuries
A crew member and a passenger were killed in the accident. An additional 28 occupants sustained injuries of varying severity.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the loss of control was believed to have been caused by the failure of the right engine shortly after liftoff. This finding is stated as the probable cause of the accident.