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Fatal Mountain Strike Involving CAPC Twin-Engine Aircraft Near Coyhaique (CC-KKC)

Coyhaique, ChileTakeoff (climb)

On February 3, 1986, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration CC-KKC) operated by Club Aéreo del Personal de Carabineros (CAPC) was involved in an aviation accident near Coyhaique, Chile during takeoff. 7 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft operated by CAPC struck Mt Fraile shortly after takeoff from Coyhaique-Teniente Vidal Airport, killing all seven occupants. The aircraft carried dual registration CC-KKC and C-16.

Incident Overview and Location Details A twin-engine aircraft operated by the Club Aéreo del Personal de Carabineros (CAPC) was destroyed after striking the slope of Mt Fraile. The impact occurred shortly after takeoff from Coyhaique-Teniente Vidal Airport while the aircraft was in a climb. The mountain is located 8 km southeast of the airport. ## Casualties and Aircraft Status All seven occupants on board were killed in the accident. The aircraft was destroyed in the collision. ## Registration Information The aircraft held dual registration, listed as CC-KKC and C-16. No other details regarding the specific aircraft type, date, or cause are provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Feb 1986 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Coyhaique, Chile?

A twin-engine aircraft operated by CAPC struck Mt Fraile shortly after takeoff from Coyhaique-Teniente Vidal Airport, killing all seven occupants. The aircraft carried dual registration CC-KKC and C-16.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Feb 1986 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Feb 1986 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration CC-KKC, operated by Club Aéreo del Personal de Carabineros (CAPC), at Coyhaique, Chile.

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