What happened
During a departure from Ciudad Bolívar Airport, an aircraft experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff. While in the climbing phase of flight, the crew notified air traffic control of the emergency and received clearance to perform an immediate return to the airfield.
As the aircraft attempted to maneuver for an approach to runway 07, it entered a stall. The subsequent impact occurred near the El Perú district, approximately 3 km short of the runway. A significant post-crash fire broke out, which completely destroyed the wreckage.
All 24 occupants on board perished in the accident. The passenger manifest included individuals from several nations, specifically six US citizens, five Dutch, four Italians, two Hungarian, one Austrian, and six Venezuelan nationals. Additionally, two children and a woman who were present at the crash site sustained serious injuries.
Findings
- The aircraft suffered an engine failure during the initial climb.
- The aircraft entered a stall during the emergency turn toward the runway.