3 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident at Cuzco Airport (OB-WBO)

Cuzco-Alejandro Velasco Astete, PeruTakeoff (climb)

On December 7, 1958, a Lockheed P-2 Harpoon (registration OB-WBO) operated by Aerovias Madre de Dios was involved in an aviation accident near Cuzco-Alejandro Velasco Astete, Peru during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the accident following takeoff is currently undetermined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed during the initial climb phase following departure from Cuzco Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.

What happened

During a recent flight operation departing from Cuzco Airport, an aircraft experienced a catastrophic failure shortly after takeoff. The aircraft was unable to maintain flight following its departure from the runway, leading to a crash in the immediate vicinity of the airport.

As a result of the impact, there were three fatalities among the people on board. Additionally, the accident resulted in three injuries sustained by the occupants. The specific circumstances surrounding the loss of control during the takeoff phase remain under investigation.

Findings

The exact reason for the crash remains unknown at this time, as investigators have not yet released a definitive conclusion regarding the mechanical or environmental factors that led to the accident.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident following takeoff is currently undetermined.