A small tourist aircraft crashed on Saturday over the Nazca Lines archaeological site in southern Peru, resulting in the deaths of all 13 people aboard, authorities confirmed.
The plane, carrying 11 passengers and two pilots, went down around 1pm local time in the Pueblo Viejo area after departing from Pisco airport. Rescue teams have so far recovered four bodies.
Police Major Jorge Andrade stated, "Given the severity of the accident, there are no survivors." The cause of the crash and the identities of those on board have not yet been disclosed.
The Nazca Lines, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site, attract many tourists who fly over the vast desert to view the ancient geoglyphs.
This tragedy marks the latest in a series of fatal incidents involving tourist flights over the site. Previous crashes occurred in 2010 and 2022, claiming six and seven lives respectively.
Background on Nazca Lines Flights
- Popular for aerial tours showcasing large desert drawings
- Several fatal crashes in recent decades raise safety concerns
- Authorities continue investigations into causes of accidents
