On November 1, 1996, an Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante (registration TG-TPA) operated by Transportes Aéreos Profesionales Guatemalteca was involved in an aviation accident near Flores-Mundo Maya (Santa Elena), Guatemala during landing or approach. 14 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck terrain during a descent in adverse weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft crashed into a mountainside 8 km from the runway threshold during a descent in adverse weather conditions, resulting in no survivors.
What happened
During an approach to the Flores-Santa Elena airport, the aircraft was operating under challenging meteorological conditions. While the flight was descending at an altitude of approximately 900 feet, the plane collided with a mountain slope. The impact occurred at a distance of 8 km from the runway threshold.
There were 14 fatalities recorded in the accident, involving all individuals on board. The passengers included 13 Guatemalan nationals and one Mexican national.
Findings
The descent was conducted amidst poor weather conditions.
The collision took place while the aircraft was at a relatively low altitude of 900 feet.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck terrain during a descent in adverse weather conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 1 Nov 1996 Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante accident near Flores-Mundo Maya (Santa Elena), Guatemala?
An aircraft crashed into a mountainside 8 km from the runway threshold during a descent in adverse weather conditions, resulting in no survivors.
Were there any fatalities in the 1 Nov 1996 Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 14 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 Nov 1996 involved an Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante, registration TG-TPA, operated by Transportes Aéreos Profesionales Guatemalteca, at Flores-Mundo Maya (Santa Elena), Guatemala.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft struck terrain during a descent in adverse weather conditions.
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