Accident
Shortly after takeoff from Managua-Augusto Cesar Sandino Airport runway 10, while in initial climb, a twin-engine airplane banked left and crashed 150 meters to the left of the runway. The aircraft was outbound to the north.
Occupants and Mission
The airplane carried military and medical staff on board, whose mission was to transport a load of medicines. Among the 20 occupants killed was the Nicaraguan Deputy Minister for Development. Two passengers were seriously injured.
Investigation
Official findings determined the probable cause: loss of control during initial climb after the left engine failed for unknown reasons.