Aircraft crash in river bed near Moretecocha Airfield

No fatalities • Moretecocha, Ecuador • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine airplane crashed into a river bed following a loss of control during a climb near Moretecocha Airfield.

What happened

During a recent flight departing from Moretecocha Airfield, a single engine airplane encountered difficulties during its initial ascent. While the aircraft was climbing through challenging weather conditions, it struck a group of trees before ultimately coming to rest in a river bed.

There were seven people on board at the time of the accident. The impact resulted in seven injuries, though no fatalities were reported. The aircraft sustained heavy damage and was completely destroyed during the sequence of events.

Findings

  • The accident occurred during the climb phase of flight.
  • Poor weather conditions were present during the period of the crash.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees and crashed while attempting to climb through adverse weather.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-03-29 Quest Kodiak 100 accident near Moretecocha, Ecuador?

A single-engine airplane crashed into a river bed following a loss of control during a climb near Moretecocha Airfield.

Were there any fatalities in the 2017-03-29 Quest Kodiak 100 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-03-29 involved a Quest Kodiak 100, registration HC-CRF, operated by Alas de Socorro del Ecuador, at Moretecocha, Ecuador.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees and crashed while attempting to climb through adverse weather.

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