3 fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Santo Domingo-Las Américas Airport (HI-200)

Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicTakeoff (climb)

On September 26, 1971, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration HI-200) operated by José Molina Portes was involved in an aviation accident near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic during takeoff. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a field shortly after takeoff from Santo Domingo-Las Américas Airport. Three occupants were killed, and one passenger was seriously injured.

Incident Overview and Casualties A twin-engine aircraft lost control during its initial climb after departing from Santo Domingo-Las Américas Airport. The aircraft subsequently crashed into a field. The accident resulted in three fatalities and one serious injury among the occupants. ## Occupant Details The flight crew consisted of José Molina Portes. The passenger manifest included Rafael Vidal Ramírez, Germán Gómez, and Hipólito Hernández. The source indicates that three of the four listed occupants were killed, while one passenger sustained serious injuries. No specific aircraft registration, operator, or exact date was provided in the available source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Sept 1971 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a field shortly after takeoff from Santo Domingo-Las Américas Airport. Three occupants were killed, and one passenger was seriously injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Sept 1971 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Sept 1971 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 560, registration HI-200, operated by José Molina Portes, at Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.