A tourist plane crashed in a field near Nazca, Peru, on Saturday afternoon, killing all 13 people aboard. The aircraft carried 11 passengers and two crew and had departed from Pisco Airport; police said the crash occurred around 12:55 p.m. local time. Authorities have opened an investigation into the cause, and no further details have been released. Nazca is known for the UNESCO-listed Nazca Lines, which draw many sightseeing flights to the area.
13 Dead in Tourist Plane Crash Near Nazca, Peru — Investigation Under Way
13 killed in tourist plane crash in Peru
A tourist aircraft crashed in a field outside the city of Nazca, Peru, on Saturday afternoon, killing all 13 people on board, authorities said.
Details of the Crash
Peru's National Police reported that the plane was carrying 11 passengers and two crew members. The aircraft had departed from Pisco Airport earlier that day and went down at approximately 12:55 p.m. local time, according to police statements.
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Investigation and Response
Officials said the cause of the accident is under investigation. Local emergency services and police responded to the scene; authorities have not released further details about the victims or any preliminary findings.
Context
Nazca is located in southern Peru and is internationally known for the Nazca Lines — large ancient geoglyphs etched into the desert that attract tourists from around the world, according to UNESCO. The region regularly receives sightseeing flights, which underscores the broader concern over aviation safety for tour operations.
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