Accident Details
On November 22, 2012, at 1705 Universal Coordinated Time, a Piper PA-25-260, Colombian registration HK588, operated by Fuminorte Ltda. Fumigaciones Aereas Norte, was substantially damaged when it collided with terrain during an agriculture spraying operation near Vereda El Viento, Cumaribo, Vichada, Colombia. The local flight had originated from Pista El Encanto. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, sustained fatal injuries.
Aircraft Information
The Piper PA-25-260 is a single-engine agricultural aircraft. The accident aircraft was equipped with registration HK588 and was being used for aerial fumigation services.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Colombia. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Group of the Colombia Civil Aviation Authority is responsible for determining the circumstances of the accident. Further information may be obtained from:
Aircraft Accident Investigation Group Colombia-Civil Aviation Authority Bogata, Colombia Telephone: (57) 1 296 2013
This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Colombia.