Engine failure during approach to Quetzaltenango-Los Altos Airport

No fatalities • Quetzaltenango-Los Altos, Guatemala • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced engine issues while on final approach to Quetzaltenango-Los Altos Airport, resulting in a belly landing in a nearby wheatfield.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward Quetzaltenango-Los Altos Airport, the pilot of the aircraft experienced significant engine malfunctions. Due to the loss of power, the pilot was unable to continue the landing sequence as planned and instead performed an emergency belly landing. The aircraft came to rest in a wheatfield situated a few kilometers away from the airport perimeter.

Findings

  • The landing resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.
  • There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported, as the pilot successfully evacuated the wreckage without harm.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced engine problems during the final approach to the airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2006-11-22 Piper PA-31 Cheyenne accident near Quetzaltenango-Los Altos, Guatemala?

An aircraft experienced engine issues while on final approach to Quetzaltenango-Los Altos Airport, resulting in a belly landing in a nearby wheatfield.

Were there any fatalities in the 2006-11-22 Piper PA-31 Cheyenne accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2006-11-22 involved a Piper PA-31 Cheyenne, registration TG-NCN, operated by Private Guatemala, at Quetzaltenango-Los Altos, Guatemala.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced engine problems during the final approach to the airport.

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