Thirteen people died when a sightseeing aircraft carrying tourists crashed into a rural area in Nazca, Peru, according to Nazca Police Chief Jorge Andrade. The flight had departed from Pisco, located approximately 240 kilometers south of the capital, Lima, on a tour to view the famous Nazca Lines from the air.
Accident Details and Sivil Havacılık Kurumu Investigation
There were no survivors from the crash, confirmed Police Chief Jorge Andrade. According to Andrade, the aircraft was carrying 11 passengers and 2 crew members, and rescue teams had recovered four bodies from the rural crash site as of the initial response. Sivil Havacılık Kurumu, the civil aviation authority, has launched an official investigation to determine the exact cause of the disaster.
Did you know? Sightseeing flights over the Nazca Lines are a major tourism draw in the region, offering aerial views of the massive pre-Columbian geoglyphs etched into the desert floor.
Historical Context of Nazca Aviation Incidents
The region has experienced fatal aviation accidents during similar sightseeing excursions in the past. In 2022, a tourist flight crash resulted in the deaths of seven people, including two Chilean nationals and three Dutch nationals, according to historical reports. Years earlier, in October 2010, an aircraft operated by the company AirNasca went down following a Nazca Lines tour, killing four British tourists and two Peruvian crew members.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the Nazca plane crash?
According to Sivil Havacılık Kurumu, an investigation is currently underway to determine the precise cause of the crash.
How many people were on board the flight?
Nazca Police Chief Jorge Andrade stated that the aircraft carried 11 passengers and 2 crew members.
Where did the flight originate?
According to local authorities, the sightseeing flight took off from the city of Pisco, situated about 240 kilometers from Lima.
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