Aircraft crash in Bogotá residential area following theft

4 fatalities • Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

A stolen airplane crashed into a populated neighborhood near Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities and property destruction.

What happened

A theft occurred at the Bogotá-El Disardo Airport when an individual, previously employed as an airport mechanic, took control of a parked aircraft. After departing during the night, the individual performed several low-altitude passes over the surrounding area. The flight ended when the aircraft struck multiple residential structures within a densely populated district located close to the airport perimeter.

The impact caused significant damage to both the plane and several nearby homes. The incident resulted in four fatalities, including the pilot, along with three individuals on the ground. Additionally, the crash left seven people injured.

Probable cause

The unauthorized use of an aircraft by a former airport employee led to a controlled flight into a residential area.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1979-08-22 Avro 748 accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia?

A stolen airplane crashed into a populated neighborhood near Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities and property destruction.

Were there any fatalities in the 1979-08-22 Avro 748 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1979-08-22 involved a Avro 748, registration FAC-1101, operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales, at Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The unauthorized use of an aircraft by a former airport employee led to a controlled flight into a residential area.

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