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Aircraft ditching off Robinson Crusoe Island (CC-CGP)

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On June 4, 1991, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration CC-CGP) operated by Línea Aérea Taxpa was involved in an aviation accident near Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was ditched due to the occurrence of engine problems shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after departing Robinson Crusoe Island, leading to a ditching in the ocean.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Robinson Crusoe Island on a flight toward the mainland, the crew of the aircraft experienced mechanical issues involving the engine. Due to these complications, the crew decided to perform an emergency ditching in the ocean, approximately 13 km away from the coast.

Following the impact with the water, the aircraft sank and was subsequently lost. However, a fishing vessel operating in the vicinity was able to reach the site and successfully rescue all four occupants of the aircraft. No fatalities were reported during the incident.

Findings

  • The crew encountered engine problems during the initial climb phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft was ditched due to the occurrence of engine problems shortly after takeoff.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Jun 1991 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile?

An aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after departing Robinson Crusoe Island, leading to a ditching in the ocean.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Jun 1991 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Jun 1991 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration CC-CGP, operated by Línea Aérea Taxpa, at Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was ditched due to the occurrence of engine problems shortly after takeoff.

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