Twin-engine aircraft crash near Santa Cruz

2 fatalities • Caimanes, Bolivia • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field near Caimanes shortly after departing from Santa Cruz-Viru Viru Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

Shortly after departing from the Santa Cruz-Viru Viru Airport, a twin-engine aircraft entered an uncontrollable state during its initial climb. The flight path deviated from its intended course, leading to an impact in an open field situated in the Caimanes region, which is approximately 60 km north of the departure airport.

The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both occupants on board were killed in the crash. There were no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

Information regarding the specific mechanical or operational failures leading to the loss of control is currently unavailable. The primary factor noted was that the aircraft went out of control during the climbing phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the climb following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1985-08-27 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Caimanes, Bolivia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field near Caimanes shortly after departing from Santa Cruz-Viru Viru Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1985-08-27 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1985-08-27 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration CP-1992, operated by Private Bolivia, at Caimanes, Bolivia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during the climb following takeoff.

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