Accident
On June 6, 2014, at approximately 2005 Universal Coordinated Time (UTC), a Piper PA-31-350, Colombian registration HK4755, operated by Latinoamericana De Servicios Aereos – Laser S.A.S., was destroyed when it impacted terrain and was subsequently consumed by a post-impact fire. The accident occurred shortly after takeoff from Araracuara Aerodrome (SKAC) in Araracuara, Colombia. The aircraft was operating as a commercial air taxi flight destined for Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport (SKFL) in Florencia, Colombia.
Occupants and Fatalities
The aircraft was carrying two pilots and eight passengers. All ten occupants sustained fatal injuries. The flight was conducted under visual meteorological conditions.
Aircraft Information
The Piper PA-31-350 is a twin-engine piston aircraft. The specific airframe, HK4755, was owned and operated by Latinoamericana De Servicios Aereos – Laser S.A.S. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the impact and subsequent fire.
Investigation and Aftermath
The investigation into the accident fell under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Colombia. The Grupo Investigación de Accidentes of the Unidad Administrativa Especial de Aeronáutica Civil was responsible for determining the circumstances of the crash. No probable cause has been publicly released by Colombian authorities.