Cargo Aircraft Crash Near Tarapoto (FAP395)

Incident Overview A cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Tarapoto-Comandante Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport. The aircraft was operating a cargo flight to Lima on behalf of Servicio Aéreo de Transportes Comerciales (SATCO) and carried the dual registration FAP395 and OB-R-1004. During the climb, the aircraft lost altitude, stalled, and crashed. All four crew members on board were killed. ## Official Findings The official investigation concluded that the accident was believed to be the consequence of an engine failure, possibly a multiple engine failure. No other causes were stated in the source.