Aircraft accident near La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda

No fatalities • La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), Venezuela • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into wooded terrain after striking cable car wires during its initial climb from La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda.

What happened

Following departure from the La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda airport, a twin engine aircraft entered its climb phase under challenging meteorological conditions. During this ascent, the aircraft collided with the cables of a nearby cable car system. The impact caused the plane to descend into a region characterized by hilly and heavily forested terrain.

Findings

  • The accident occurred while the aircraft was operating in marginal weather.
  • The flight path intersected with overhead utility or transport wires.
  • The crash resulted in four injuries among the occupants, with no fatalities reported.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck cable car wires during a climb in marginal weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-02-28 IAI Arava 201 accident near La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), Venezuela?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into wooded terrain after striking cable car wires during its initial climb from La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-02-28 IAI Arava 201 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-02-28 involved a IAI Arava 201, registration GN-7960, operated by Venezuelan National Guard - Guardia Nacional Bolivariana de Venezuela, at La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck cable car wires during a climb in marginal weather conditions.

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