Single-engine aircraft crash near Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport

1 fatality • Medellín, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An engine explosion during the final approach to Medellín led to a fatal crash in the suburb of Bello, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward the runway 20 at Medellín-Enrica Olaya Herrera Airport, an engine on the aircraft experienced a fire followed by an explosion. This mechanical failure caused the pilot to lose control of the plane. The aircraft subsequently crashed in the Santa Ana suburb, located approximately 11 km before reaching the intended runway.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There was one fatality recorded, as the pilot was the only person on board at the time of the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was an engine fire occurring during the approach to the airport.

Probable cause

An engine fire and subsequent explosion occurred during the final approach, causing the pilot to lose control of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1971-07-09 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Medellín, Colombia?

An engine explosion during the final approach to Medellín led to a fatal crash in the suburb of Bello, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 1971-07-09 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1971-07-09 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration HK-1196, operated by Cessnyca, at Medellín, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine fire and subsequent explosion occurred during the final approach, causing the pilot to lose control of the aircraft.

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