Santa Barbara Airlines

Safety profile and incident history for Santa Barbara Airlines.

Safety Score

5.4/10

Total Incidents

1

Total Fatalities

46

Recent Incidents

February 21, 2008 46 Fatalities

ATR42-300

Mérida Mérida

After takeoff from Mérida-Alberto Carnevalli Airport runway 25, the aircraft climbed in clouds when it collided with a mountain located 10 km northwest of the airport. The aircraft disintegrated on impact and all 46 occupants were killed. The wreckage was found at an altitude of 4,100 metres.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Venezuela

Risk Level

Elevated Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

ATR42-3001