Fatal cargo aircraft crash near Canaima

2 fatalities • Canaima, Venezuela • Flight

A cargo flight operating between La Paragua and Canaima ended in a fatal crash during the descent phase, resulting in the loss of both crew members.

What happened

During an early morning cargo operation, an aircraft traveling from La Paragua toward Canaima experienced a critical incident while descending toward its destination. During this descent phase, the crew encountered an unforeseen situation that necessitated an emergency landing attempt.

While attempting to manage the emergency, the aircraft type crashed approximately 34 km northeast of Canaima. The impact was followed by a significant post-crash fire that consumed the wreckage. There were 2 fatalities among the crew, as both the pilot and the copilot perished in the accident.

Findings

Following the impact, the aircraft was completely destroyed by the resulting flames. The investigation indicates that the crew was forced into the emergency maneuver due to an unexpected situation encountered during the approach to the destination.

Probable cause

The crew encountered an unforeseen emergency during the descent phase that led to a failed emergency landing attempt.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2016-08-01 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident near Canaima, Venezuela?

A cargo flight operating between La Paragua and Canaima ended in a fatal crash during the descent phase, resulting in the loss of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 2016-08-01 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2016-08-01 involved a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, registration YV607T, operated by Tiuna Tours, at Canaima, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew encountered an unforeseen emergency during the descent phase that led to a failed emergency landing attempt.

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