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Cessna TU206G Forced Landing After Engine Power Loss in San Martin, Colombia

San Martin, Colombia

On July 23, 2016, a CESSNA TU206 G operated by Aerovias Regionales Del Oriente Limitada Aro LTDA was involved in an aviation accident near San Martin, Colombia. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On July 23, 2016, a Cessna TU206G (HK2787) lost engine power in-flight and conducted a forced landing in San Martin, Colombia, resulting in substantial damage; the pilot sustained minor injuries and five passengers serious injuries.

Accident

On July 23, 2016, at 1910 coordinated universal time, a Cessna TU206G, Colombian registration HK2787, experienced an in-flight loss of engine power. The subsequent forced landing occurred in the Municipality of San Martin, Colombia. The aircraft was substantially damaged.

Injuries

The pilot received minor injuries. The five passengers on board received serious injuries.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft was a Cessna TU206G, registered as HK2787. No further details about the aircraft's operation or maintenance were provided in the source.

Investigation

The accident 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.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Jul 2016 CESSNA TU206 G accident near San Martin, Colombia?

On July 23, 2016, a Cessna TU206G (HK2787) lost engine power in-flight and conducted a forced landing in San Martin, Colombia, resulting in substantial damage; the pilot sustained minor injuries and five passengers serious injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Jul 2016 CESSNA TU206 G accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Jul 2016 involved a CESSNA TU206 G, operated by Aerovias Regionales Del Oriente Limitada Aro LTDA, at San Martin, Colombia.