What happened
An unidentified aircraft entered Venezuelan airspace without submitting a flight plan or obtaining the necessary flight authorization. During its transit over the Paraguaña Peninsula, the aircraft was operating at a low altitude when the crew experienced a sudden loss of control.
In an attempt to manage the situation, the crew was forced to perform an emergency landing. The aircraft impacted shallow water a short distance from the shoreline. The force of the impact caused significant structural failure, resulting in the loss of both wings and the tail section. There were two fatalities among the crew.
Findings
- The aircraft was operating in Venezuelan airspace without a valid flight plan or prior permission.
- Loss of control during the low-altitude flight phase led to the forced landing and subsequent crash.