A small tourist plane tragically crashed on Saturday while executing a sightseeing flight over the renowned Nazca Lines in Peru. According to reports from TV Peru and local authorities, the incident occurred in the province of Pueyo, situated approximately six kilometers from the town of Nazca and about 12 kilometers from the UNESCO World Heritage site itself. The crash resulted in the loss of all 13 individuals aboard the aircraft.
Authorities confirmed that the flight was carrying a total of 11 passengers and two pilots. Local media indicated that the pilot was onboard when the aircraft went down. Details provided by state-owned television channel TV Peru specified the number of occupants involved in the incident.
The pilot identified in reports was named Roiter. The investigation centers on the circumstances surrounding the crash of the small tourist plane. The incident highlights the risks associated with aerial tourism in the region.
While the exact cause of the crash has not been disclosed, the location—near the highly significant Nazca Lines—has drawn immediate attention from local authorities and search teams. The focus remains on confirming the details of the accident involving the aircraft that went down during its scheduled sightseeing tour.
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