Transportes Aéreos Peruanas - TAPSA

Safety profile and incident history for Transportes Aéreos Peruanas - TAPSA.

Safety Score

9.7/10

Total Incidents

5

Total Fatalities

15

Recent Incidents

May 13, 1959 12 Fatalities

Curtiss C-46 Commando

Tournavista Huánuco

While cruising in marginal weather conditions, the aircraft struck the slope of a mountain located 30 km south of Tournavista. The wreckage was found few hours later and all 12 occupants were killed.

Curtiss C-46 Commando

Cuzco-Alejandro Velasco Astete Cuzco

Shortly after takeoff from Cuzco-Alejandro Velasco Astete, the airplane stalled and crashed in flames in a field. All five occupants evacuated safely while the aircraft was partially destroyed.

Curtiss C-46 Commando

Moyobamba San Martín

After touchdown, the airplane encountered difficulties to stop within the remaining distance, overran, lost its undercarriage and came to rest against a radio mast. Both pilots were injured and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

June 16, 1955 3 Fatalities

Lockheed 14 Super Electra

Tarapoto San Martín

Just after liftoff, while in initial climb, the aircraft nosed up, stalled and crashed. All three crew members were killed.

Avro 652 Anson

Saposoa San Martín

Crashed in unknown circumstances. Occupant fate unknown.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Peru

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Curtiss C-46 Commando3
Lockheed 14 Super Electra1
Avro 652 Anson1