What happened
On the date of the incident, an aircraft departed from Loja Airport and crashed during the initial phase of flight. The accident occurred shortly after the plane had taken off, with the specific cause for the descent remaining undetermined at the time of the report.
There were 16 fatalities recorded in the crash, representing all individuals on board the aircraft. Among the deceased were several high-ranking officials and their family members, including the Minister of Defense.
Findings
The exact reason for the loss of control following takeoff is currently unknown. No specific mechanical or environmental factors have been confirmed as the primary reason for the crash.