Overtec

Safety profile and incident history for Overtec.

Safety Score

8.7/10

Total Incidents

1

Total Fatalities

13

Recent Incidents

July 12, 2001 13 Fatalities

PZL-Mielec AN-28

Puerto Cabello Carabobo

Operated by Overtec, the aircraft was leased from a Polish company and was engaged in a demonstration flight from Puerto Cabello to Caracas on behalf of the Venezuelan National Guard. Shortly after takeoff from Puerto Cabello-General Bartolomé Salom Airport, while climbing, the twin engine aircraft encountered difficulties to gain height, stalled and crashed in an open field, bursting into flames. The aircraft was totally destroyed by a post crash fire and all 13 occupants were killed.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Venezuela

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

PZL-Mielec AN-281