No fatalities

Cargo Aircraft Crashes Short of Runway at Barranquilla (N37777)

Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz (ex Soledad), ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 22, 1976, a Boeing 720 (registration N37777) operated by US Global of Florida was involved in an aviation accident near Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz (ex Soledad), Colombia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo flight carrying 19 tons of flowers crashed short of runway 04 at Barranquilla-Soledad Airport after the crew approached below the glide path in poor visibility. All four crew members were slightly injured.

Accident Details

On approach to Barranquilla-Soledad Airport, a cargo aircraft struck obstacles and crashed in flames short of runway 04. The crew had encountered poor visibility, and the captain requested air traffic control to increase the intensity of the runway lights. Shortly after, the airplane descended too low and impacted obstacles. The aircraft was destroyed, and all four occupants sustained minor injuries.

Flight Information

The airplane was completing a cargo flight from Bogotá to Miami with an intermediate stop in Barranquilla. It carried four crew members and a load of 19 tons of flowers. The approach was conducted in conditions of reduced visibility.

Investigation

Investigators noted that for an unknown reason, the crew was approaching below the glide path. No further details about the cause have been released.