Aerolineas La Paz

Safety profile and incident history for Aerolineas La Paz.

Safety Score

9.8/10

Total Incidents

3

Total Fatalities

5

Recent Incidents

January 17, 1989 5 Fatalities

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)

Bolivia All Bolivia

Crashed in unknown circumstances while performing a cargo flight from La paz to Apolo. As the aircraft failed to arrive at destination, SAR operations were initiated but the wreckage was never found. It is believed the aircraft crashed in a mountain range located about 70 km north of La Paz.

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)

San Borja-Capitán Germán Quiroga Guardia Beni

Shortly after takeoff, one of the engine failed. The airplane stalled and crashed by the runway. There were no casualties.

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)

La Paz-El Alto La Paz

Following a wrong approach configuration, the airplane landed too far down the runway 27, about 450 meters past the runway threshold, at an excessive speed of 130 knots. Upon touchdown, the right tire burst. Out of control, the airplane veered off runway and came to rest. While all four occupants escaped uninjured, the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Bolivia

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)3