Fatal aircraft accident near Tocache Airport

2 fatalities • Tocache, Peru • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after takeoff from Tocache Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On the date of the incident, a twin-engine aircraft departed from Tocache Airport. During the initial climb phase following departure, the aircraft experienced a mid-air explosion. This structural failure caused the plane to descend rapidly and impact the ground, where the wreckage subsequently ignited into a large fire.

Findings

  • The aircraft was in a climbing phase at the time of the accident.
  • The impact was followed by an immediate post-crash fire.
  • There were two fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.
  • The primary factor in the destruction of the aircraft was an explosion occurring during the climb.

Probable cause

An explosion occurred during the aircraft's climb phase immediately after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-02-28 Piper PA-31 Cheyenne accident near Tocache, Peru?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after takeoff from Tocache Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-02-28 Piper PA-31 Cheyenne accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-02-28 involved a Piper PA-31 Cheyenne, registration OB-1176, operated by Aero San Martín, at Tocache, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An explosion occurred during the aircraft's climb phase immediately after takeoff.

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