Aircraft impact on Mt La Gama during approach to San Cristóbal

4 fatalities • San Cristóbal-Paramillo, Venezuela • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside in Chorro del Indio National Park during its descent to San Cristóbal Airport, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

During an approach to San Cristóbal Airport, a twin engine aircraft encountered challenging meteorological conditions characterized by low cloud cover and restricted visibility. As the crew attempted to descend through these marginal weather conditions, the aircraft collided with the terrain on the slope of Mt La Gama, situated within the Chorro del Indio National Park.

The impact with the mountainside was severe, resulting in the total destruction of the airframe. The accident resulted in four fatalities among the passengers. Additionally, six people sustained serious injuries during the crash event.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in marginal weather conditions with limited visibility caused by low-altitude clouds.
  • The aircraft struck the slope of a mountain during the approach phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain while flying in low visibility and marginal weather conditions during its approach to the airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-07-13 Let L-410 accident near San Cristóbal-Paramillo, Venezuela?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside in Chorro del Indio National Park during its descent to San Cristóbal Airport, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-07-13 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-07-13 involved a Let L-410, registration YV-1060CP, operated by Ruiban & Duran Compania Aérea, at San Cristóbal-Paramillo, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain while flying in low visibility and marginal weather conditions during its approach to the airport.

Loading the flight search…