The aircraft, carrying eleven foreign tourists along with a pilot and a co-pilot, caught fire upon impact approximately six kilometers from the city of Nazca in the Ica region.
Flight Details and Incident Overview
The aircraft was operated by the company Aerodiana, according to preliminary information reported by the Latin American media outlet Infobae. The flight had departed from Pisco and was conducting an aerial tour of the geoglyphs when the crash occurred. Local police described the aircraft as a light plane. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the tragedy, and officials have not yet released the nationalities of the victims.
Did you know?
The Nazca lines are a collection of massive ancient geoglyphs etched into the desert floor in southern Peru. Because of their immense scale, these designs—which include animal and plant figures—are best viewed from the air, making sightseeing flights a popular tourist activity in the region.
Tourism and the Nazca Lines
The Nazca lines are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and rank among Peru’s most prominent tourist attractions. Visitors frequently rely on small aircraft to view the intricate desert etchings from above.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the plane crash near Nazca?
According to local police and state media reports, the exact cause of the crash is not yet known, and an official government investigation is currently underway.
How many people were on board the aircraft?
According to preliminary reports, there were no survivors.
Which company operated the sightseeing flight?
The flight was operated by Aerodiana, having taken off from Pisco before crashing in an agricultural area in Pueblo Viejo near Nazca.
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