2 fatalities

2004-12-21: Partenavia P.68 — Arica — Puerto Villamil (Baltra Island), Ecuador

Puerto Villamil (Baltra Island), EcuadorLanding (descent or approach)

On December 21, 2004, a Partenavia P.68 operated by Arica was involved in an aviation accident near Puerto Villamil (Baltra Island), Ecuador during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781199919Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea near Puerto Villamil Airport, Isabela Island, after losing control during descent. Both pilot and passenger were killed.

Accident Overview

On an unspecified date, a twin-engine aircraft departed Galapagos International Airport on Baltra Island at 1200 local time, bound for Puerto Villamil Airport on Isabela Island. The aircraft carried a pilot and one passenger.

Descent and Loss of Control

At 1219 local time, the pilot was cleared to descend to Puerto Villamil Airport. Shortly thereafter, the pilot lost control of the airplane, which subsequently crashed into the sea. The accident occurred approximately three minutes before the scheduled landing.

Wreckage Discovery

The wreckage was located a few hundred meters offshore at 1655 local time. Both occupants were killed.

Investigation

No additional details regarding the investigation or cause of the accident have been provided in the source material.