On June 2, 2005, a Let L-410 (registration TG-TAG) operated by Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos (TAG Airlines) was involved in an aviation accident near Zacapa, Guatemala during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Technical malfunctions led to an aerodynamic stall during the takeoff climb. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent crash into a hillside shortly after departing Zacapa Airport, resulting in no fatalities.
What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Zacapa Airport, the aircraft experienced significant technical difficulties. The flight crew encountered issues that led to an aerodynamic stall. Consequently, the plane impacted a small hill in the vicinity of the departure site.
Despite the impact and the total destruction of the aircraft, all 17 occupants were successfully rescued from the wreckage without any reported fatalities or injuries.
Findings
Preliminary information indicates that the crash was precipitated by technical problems occurring immediately after takeoff, which caused the aircraft to lose lift and stall.
Probable cause
Technical malfunctions led to an aerodynamic stall during the takeoff climb.
