Incident Overview
On a flight from Concepción to Santiago, a four-engine airplane carrying eight passengers and eight crew members was approaching Santiago-Pudahuel Airport. The aircraft was part of 'Operation Unitas', a joint naval training exercise involving the navies of the United States, Peru, and Chile.
Approach and Go-Around
While approaching the airport, the crew encountered poor weather conditions with limited visibility. In response, the captain initiated a go-around manoeuvre. The aircraft then began circling to set up for another approach.
Collision with Terrain
While circling at an altitude of 2,600 feet, the airplane struck a mountain with an elevation of 3,000 feet. The mountain was located approximately 17 kilometers south of the airport. The impact destroyed the aircraft, and all 16 occupants were killed.
Aftermath
The aircraft was destroyed upon impact. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or the specific weather conditions were provided in the source.