4 fatalities

2018-05-02: Beechcraft 99 Airliner (PNC-0203) — Policía Nacional de Colombia — Ibagué, Colombia

Ibagué, ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 2, 2018, a Beechcraft 99 Airliner (registration PNC-0203) operated by Policía Nacional de Colombia was involved in an aviation accident near Ibagué, Colombia during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781191454Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft on a night training flight crashed near Ibagué-Perales Airport, killing all four crew members. The aircraft was destroyed by post-crash fire.

Incident Overview

A twin-engine aircraft operated by the Colombian Air Force departed Bogotá on a training flight destined for Mariquita, with an intermediate stop planned at Ibagué-Perales Airport. While conducting a night approach to Ibagué-Perales, the aircraft went out of control and crashed into a field located a few kilometers from the airport. Upon impact, the aircraft burst into flames.

Aircraft and Crew

The aircraft was totally destroyed by a post-crash fire. All four crew members on board were killed. The deceased were identified as Maj Andrés Valbuena Cadena, Lt Carlos Andrés León Caicedo, Lt Juan Alcides Sosa Triana, and Sub John Wílfer Parra Solano.

Investigation

The Colombian Air Force has initiated an investigation into the accident. No probable cause has been stated in the initial report.