1976-03-02: IAI Arava 201 (TAM-76) — TAM Bolivia - Transporte Aéreo Militar Boliviano — Itaguazurenda, Bolivia

19 fatalitiesItaguazurenda, BoliviaFlight

A twin-engine airplane crashed in a mountainous region during a short flight, resulting in 19 fatalities and three injuries.

What happened

A twin engine airplane departed from Camiri, bound for Itaguazurenda, as part of a short-distance flight. On board the aircraft were four crew members and 18 passengers. During the transit between the two locations, the plane went down in a densely wooded and mountainous area situated approximately 50 km from the nearby settlements.

The wreckage of the aircraft was not located immediately; it remained undiscovered for two days following the disappearance. Upon recovery of the site, it was confirmed that the accident resulted in 19 fatalities and left three passengers injured.

Findings

The specific circumstances surrounding the crash remain unknown.