What happened
On March 21, 2012, a Trush S2R-T34, registration N3095U, was involved in an aviation accident in Guatemala. The aircraft was operating in the vicinity of the Finca Oro Blanco landing strip, located in the municipality of La Gomera, within the Department of Escuintla. The event resulted in significant damage to the aircraft.
The investigation
The investigation, conducted by the Department of Flight Safety and Accident Investigation of the DGAC, examined the circumstances surrounding the impact and the condition of the aircraft's components. A specific technical focus was placed on the investigation of the turbine compressor. The authorities evaluated the physical evidence of the wreckage and the maintenance history of the engine components to determine if structural or material failures contributed to the event.
Findings
- The investigation confirmed the occurrence of an accident involving the Trush S2R-T34 at the specified location.
- The analysis included a specialized examination of the turbine compressor to identify potential fatigue, overheating, or material degradation.
- The investigation highlighted the critical importance of verifying the traceability and airworthiness of engine parts, particularly regarding components that may have been subjected to extreme thermal or mechanical stress.