Aircraft Accident near Huaricanga, Peru

14 fatalities • Cerro Baco, Peru • Flight

A four-engine aircraft crashed into Cerro Baco during its flight from Quito to Lima, resulting in the deaths of all 14 people on board.

What happened

A four-engine aircraft departed from Quito Airport at 15:48 local time, en route to Lima, Peru. During the flight, the crew provided a position report at 18:45 local time, estimating an arrival at Lima Airport by 20:11 local time.

While maintaining a cruising altitude of 9,200 feet, the aircraft type impacted the terrain at the slope of Cerro Baco. The crash site was situated approximately 12 km northwest of Huaricanga. Search efforts located the wreckage several hours after the impact. There were 14 fatalities among the occupants, with no survivors reported.

Findings

Investigations into the accident suggest that the aircraft was not adhering to its designated flight path at the moment of impact. This deviation from the assigned route may have been the result of a navigation error or a failure involving one or more onboard instruments.

Probable cause

The aircraft deviated from its assigned flight path, potentially due to instrument malfunction or a navigational mistake.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1959-06-23 Douglas DC-4 accident near Cerro Baco, Peru?

A four-engine aircraft crashed into Cerro Baco during its flight from Quito to Lima, resulting in the deaths of all 14 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1959-06-23 Douglas DC-4 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 14 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1959-06-23 involved a Douglas DC-4, registration HK-135, operated by Avianca, at Cerro Baco, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?