Nighttime Stall and Water Impact Near Saint George's-Kindley Field Airport (CU-T397)

Accident Overview and Immediate Outcome A four-engine aircraft christened 'Estrella de Oriente' experienced a stall shortly after takeoff from Saint George's-Kindley Field Airport during a nighttime climb. The aircraft subsequently crashed into the sea approximately 2.5 miles northeast of the airfield. The impact resulted in the deaths of 37 occupants, while a crew member and three passengers were rescued. ## Official Findings The official investigation was unable to determine the exact cause of the accident with certainty. The findings reported that the aircraft stalled during the initial climb and impacted the water tail first. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date was provided in the source material.