Twin-engine aircraft crash near Puerto Berrío

5 fatalities • Puerto Berrío, Colombia • Flight

A twin-engine airplane crashed in mountainous terrain 40 km west of Puerto Berrío during flight through poor weather conditions.

What happened

During a flight through marginal weather conditions, a twin-engine aircraft went down in a mountainous region situated approximately 40 km to the west of Puerto Berrío. The accident occurred while the aircraft was in the cruise phase of its flight.

As a result of the impact, there were five fatalities among the people on board. Two individuals, consisting of the copilot and one passenger, managed to survive the crash.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in weather conditions characterized by low visibility or marginal stability.
  • The crash took place within a mountainous landscape.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed into mountainous terrain while flying through marginal weather conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1973-06-26 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Puerto Berrío, Colombia?

A twin-engine airplane crashed in mountainous terrain 40 km west of Puerto Berrío during flight through poor weather conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 1973-06-26 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1973-06-26 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration HK-1147, operated by Cessnyca, at Puerto Berrío, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed into mountainous terrain while flying through marginal weather conditions.

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