FAS302

We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.

Safety history

  • May 1, 1986AccidentHull loss

    After takeoff from San Salvador-Ilopango Airport, while in initial climb, one of the four engine failed and caught fire. The airplane was unable to gain sufficient height and struck the slope of a mountain located about 3 km from the airport. The aircraft disintegrated on impact and all 37 occupants were killed. Probable cause (official findings): Engine failure and fire during initial climb for unknown reasons.

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