Aircraft overrun and fire at Riberalta Airport

8 fatalities • Riberalta, Bolivia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft operating from Trinidad overran the runway at Riberalta Airport during a descent in heavy rain, resulting in a fatal crash and fire.

What happened

During a flight originating from Trinidad, the crew initiated a descent toward Riberalta Airport amidst challenging meteorological conditions. Heavy rainfall had significantly impacted visibility, reducing it to approximately 3 km. Upon landing on the wet surface of runway 14, the aircraft type was unable to decelerate sufficiently before the end of the paved area.

As the aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length, it exited the runway and struck various obstacles. The impact caused the aircraft to capsize and subsequently ignite. The wreckage came to a stop roughly 300 meters before the threshold of runway 32. The accident resulted in eight fatalities and the rescue of ten individuals. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the impact and subsequent fire.

Findings

At this time, the specific details surrounding the accident are not fully established, though the presence of reduced visibility due to rain was noted during the approach and landing phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-11-03 Swearingen SA227 Metro III accident near Riberalta, Bolivia?

An aircraft operating from Trinidad overran the runway at Riberalta Airport during a descent in heavy rain, resulting in a fatal crash and fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-11-03 Swearingen SA227 Metro III accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-11-03 involved a Swearingen SA227 Metro III, registration CP-2754, operated by Aerocon - Aero Comercial Oriente Norte, at Riberalta, Bolivia.

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