Aircraft accident near Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera

4 fatalities • Medellín, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into an antenna on Alto de Padre Amaya during its initial climb, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

What happened

On a morning flight departing from Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera, a twin engine aircraft began its ascent toward Turbo at 0620LT. The flight was operated with a pilot and three passengers on board.

During the climb phase, the aircraft entered a layer of clouds. While navigating through these obscured conditions, the plane collided with a TVV antenna situated on the Alto de Padre Amaya, which is located approximately 13 km northwest of the departure airport. The impact led to a crash at the site.

Findings

  • All four occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident.
  • The collision occurred while the aircraft was climbing through clouds.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck an antenna during its climb while operating in cloud conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-09-14 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident near Medellín, Colombia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into an antenna on Alto de Padre Amaya during its initial climb, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-09-14 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-09-14 involved a Beechcraft 80 Queen Air, registration HK-1069, operated by Aerotaxi Servicios Aéreos, at Medellín, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck an antenna during its climb while operating in cloud conditions.

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