Aircraft crash near Uribe, Colombia

6 fatalities • Uribe, Colombia • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft disappeared during a survey mission over southern Colombia, resulting in the deaths of all six crew members.

What happened

During a reconnaissance and survey operation over the southern region of Colombia, a twin-engine aircraft disappeared from radar. The flight was operating with a total of six crew members on board. The final communication from the aircraft was received at 23:06 local time.

While the aircraft was maintaining a cruising altitude of 10,600 feet, it struck the ground in the vicinity of Uribe. Following a search period, the wreckage was located on September 11. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft and the six fatalities of everyone on board.

Findings

The specific circumstances surrounding the loss of contact and the subsequent impact with the terrain remain undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2010-09-07 Beechcraft 350 Super King Air accident near Uribe, Colombia?

A twin-engine aircraft disappeared during a survey mission over southern Colombia, resulting in the deaths of all six crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 2010-09-07 Beechcraft 350 Super King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2010-09-07 involved a Beechcraft 350 Super King Air, registration FAC-5747, operated by Colombian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Colombiana, at Uribe, Colombia.

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