Aerochaitén

Safety profile and incident history for Aerochaitén.

Safety Score

9.5/10

Total Incidents

1

Total Fatalities

5

Recent Incidents

March 2, 1998 5 Fatalities

Cessna 401

Chaitén Región de Los Lagos

Shortly after takeoff from Chaitén Airport, while climbing, the twin engine aircraft went out of control and crashed in the sea near the La Puntilla harbor. The aircraft was destroyed and all five occupants were killed. It was reported that the aircraft was on fire prior to impact with water, maybe after an engine caught fire.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Chile

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Cessna 4011