5 fatalities

2011-01-07: Partenavia P.68 (YV1303) — Private Venezuela — Macapo, Venezuela

Macapo, VenezuelaFlight

On January 7, 2011, a Partenavia P.68 (registration YV1303) operated by Private Venezuela was involved in an aviation accident near Macapo, Venezuela in flight. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Fuel exhaustion resulting in dual engine failure and forced emergency landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781195668Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft on a private flight from Porlamar ran out of fuel, leading to dual engine failure and a crash in a wooded area near Macapo, killing five and seriously injuring a 10-year-old girl.

Accident Overview

A twin-engine aircraft operating a private flight from Porlamar to Charallave crashed in a wooded area near Macapo, Cojedes Province. The pilot had changed the destination en route, electing to continue to Cojedes Province. The aircraft carried one pilot and five passengers, all members of the same family.

Engine Failure and Emergency Landing

Due to fuel exhaustion, both engines lost power and subsequently failed, compelling the pilot to attempt an emergency landing. The aircraft ultimately crashed in a wooded area near Macapo.

Casualties and Injuries

The crash resulted in the deaths of five occupants. A 10-year-old girl sustained serious injuries and survived.

Circumstances

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or specific weather conditions were provided by the source.

Probable cause

Fuel exhaustion resulting in dual engine failure and forced emergency landing.