Fatal aircraft crash in hilly terrain following engine failure

14 fatalities • Metapán, Salvador • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a wooded, hilly area after experiencing an engine failure during low-altitude flight, resulting in 14 fatalities.

What happened

During a period of low-altitude flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden failure of one of its engines. This mechanical malfunction led to a loss of control by the crew, making it impossible to maintain stable flight. The aircraft subsequently descended into a region characterized by hilly and heavily wooded terrain.

Upon impact with the ground, the aircraft caught fire. The accident resulted in the deaths of 14 people, specifically comprising 4 crew members and 10 paratroopers who were on board at the time of the crash.

Findings

The primary factor leading to the loss of control was an engine failure occurring while the aircraft was at a low altitude.

Probable cause

The loss of control and subsequent crash were caused by an engine failure during low-altitude operations.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1992-08-27 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident near Metapán, Salvador?

An aircraft crashed into a wooded, hilly area after experiencing an engine failure during low-altitude flight, resulting in 14 fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1992-08-27 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 14 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1992-08-27 involved a Fairchild C-123 Provider, registration FAS121, operated by Salvadorian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Salvadoreña, at Metapán, Salvador.

What was the probable cause of the accident?