1996-04-27: Rockwell Gulfstream 690C Jetprop 840 (YV-310CP) — Central Azucarero Portuguesa C. A. (CAPCA) — La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), Venezuela
La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), VenezuelaLanding (descent or approach)
On April 27, 1996, a Rockwell Gulfstream 690C Jetprop 840 (registration YV-310CP) operated by Central Azucarero Portuguesa C. A. (CAPCA) was involved in an aviation accident near La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda AFB (Caracas), Venezuela during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft crashed during its approach to La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda Airport, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.
What happened
An aviation accident occurred during the approach phase of flight as an aircraft was descending toward La Carlota-General Francisco de Miranda Airport. The aircraft went down under circumstances that remain unidentified at this time.
As the flight progressed toward its destination, the aircraft impacted the ground before completing its arrival. The impact resulted in two fatalities, as both the pilot and the co-pilot were killed in the crash.
Findings
The specific reasons for the crash have not yet been determined, as the exact circumstances surrounding the descent and subsequent impact are currently unknown.