North East Bolivian Airways - NEBA

Douglas C-54 Skymaster

After takeoff from Cochabamba-Jorge Wilsterman Airport, while climbing, the engine n°2 failed. The crew was cleared to return for an emergency landing but the aircraft was unstable on final. Upon touchdown, the aircraft went out of control, veered off runway to the left and came to rest in a drainage ditch. A crew member was killed while two others were injured.

Convair CV-440 Metropolitan

Crashed shortly after takeoff from El Desengaño Airport following an engine failure. Occupant's fate unknown.

Convair CV-440 Metropolitan

During the takeoff roll at La China Airport, the captain decided to abandon the takeoff and to initiate an emergency braking procedure. Unable to stop within the remaining distance, the airplane overran, struck several obstacles and came to rest. All four occupants escaped uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.