On August 21, 2021, a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (registration YV1912) operated by Corporación Zante was involved in an aviation accident near Maturín-José Tadeo Monagas (ex Quiriquire), Venezuela during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It was determined that the engine failed because the fuel was contaminated with a high amount of water. The malfunction of the engine regulator accessories was considered as a contributing factor. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
Shortly after takeoff from Maturín Airport, an airplane experienced an engine failure, struck trees and a wall, and came to rest against a tree. The pilot sustained serious injuries.
Accident Details
Shortly after departure from Maturín-General José Tadeo Monagas Airport, during the initial climb phase, the aircraft's engine failed. The pilot initiated an emergency procedure as the airplane began to lose altitude. Subsequently, the aircraft impacted trees and a concrete wall before coming to rest against a tree in a garden. The pilot was seriously injured.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined that the engine failure occurred because the fuel was contaminated with a high amount of water. Additionally, the malfunction of the engine regulator accessories was considered a contributing factor.
Probable cause
It was determined that the engine failed because the fuel was contaminated with a high amount of water. The malfunction of the engine regulator accessories was considered as a contributing factor.
What happened in the 21 Aug 2021 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Maturín-José Tadeo Monagas (ex Quiriquire), Venezuela?
Shortly after takeoff from Maturín Airport, an airplane experienced an engine failure, struck trees and a wall, and came to rest against a tree. The pilot sustained serious injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 21 Aug 2021 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Aug 2021 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration YV1912, operated by Corporación Zante, at Maturín-José Tadeo Monagas (ex Quiriquire), Venezuela.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
It was determined that the engine failed because the fuel was contaminated with a high amount of water. The malfunction of the engine regulator accessories was considered as a contributing factor.
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