Accident Overview
On October 18, 2015, at 2119 UTC, a Beechcraft B60, Colombian registration HK3917G, operated by Sky Hub Aviation, was destroyed after colliding with a building in Barrio El Lujan, Bogota, Colombia. The accident resulted in fatal injuries to the pilot, three passengers, and six people inside the building. Eight additional individuals in the building sustained serious injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time.
Flight Details
The aircraft departed Eldorado Airport (SKBO) at 2117 UTC, with its destination being Guaymaral Airport (SKGY), located approximately 8 miles northeast of SKBO. Immediately after takeoff, the airplane leveled at an altitude of about 300 feet above ground level and continued on a straight trajectory. Approximately 1 mile beyond the departure end of the runway, the airplane executed a sharp left turn, descended, and impacted a three-story building.
Preliminary Information
According to preliminary information released by the Government of Colombia, the left engine experienced a loss of power prior to the impact.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Colombia. Further information may be obtained from the Grupo Investigación de Accidentes of the Unidad Administrativa Especial de Aeronáutica Civil in Bogota.