Aircraft overrun into swamp following engine issues after landing

No fatalities • San Ignacio de Velasco, Bolivia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced engine malfunctions immediately after touchdown, resulting in a runway excursion into a nearby swamp.

What happened

Following the completion of the landing phase, the aircraft's four engines experienced mechanical difficulties. Due to these complications, the pilot was unable to decelerate the plane sufficiently to remain on the runway surface. The aircraft subsequently overran the end of the landing area and came to a stop within a swamp.

While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no casualties reported. All three crew members managed to exit the wreckage and escaped the incident uninjured.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the excursion was the malfunction of the four engines during the landing roll.

Probable cause

Engine malfunctions following landing prevented the aircraft from stopping within the available runway distance.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-12-15 Douglas DC-6 accident near San Ignacio de Velasco, Bolivia?

An aircraft experienced engine malfunctions immediately after touchdown, resulting in a runway excursion into a nearby swamp.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-12-15 Douglas DC-6 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-12-15 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration CP-1953, operated by Frigorifico Santa Rita, at San Ignacio de Velasco, Bolivia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine malfunctions following landing prevented the aircraft from stopping within the available runway distance.

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