LANSA Flight 508 was a scheduled domestic flight in Peru that tragically ended in disaster when the aircraft was struck by lightning. Operating on December 24, the Boeing 727-56 was en route from Lima to Pucallpa, carrying a total of 91 individuals, including passengers and crew members. During its flight over the Departamento de Huánuco, severe weather conditions contributed to the incident. The impact of the lightning strike compromised the aircraft's systems. Reports indicated that the crew attempted to regain control, but the damage was too severe, resulting in the aircraft crashing in a remote area of the Puerto Inca District.

The aftermath of the crash prompted investigations by civil aviation authorities in Peru and international safety organizations. The extensive search and recovery efforts in the rugged terrain highlighted the challenges faced by search teams. Given the remote location where the plane went down, finding wreckage and the victims' remains proved difficult, contributing to the extensive coverage of the event. Preliminary findings suggested that adverse weather conditions and aging technologies in aviation played significant roles in this tragic incident.

In the wake of the crash, the Peruvian government and aviation authorities scrutinized existing safety regulations and procedures to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The event served as a catalyst for a broader discourse on aviation safety measures not only in Peru but also in other countries vulnerable to severe weather phenomena. It brought to light the need for modernization in aviation technology and stricter compliance with safety protocols.