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Aircraft Crash Near Barranca de Upía (HK-2687X)

Barranca de Upía, ColombiaFlight

On April 26, 1983, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration HK-2687X) operated by Aviones Ejecutivos - AVIEL was involved in an aviation accident near Barranca de Upía, Colombia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crash-landed in an open field near Barranca de Upía after an in-flight engine failure. The pilot escaped uninjured, but the aircraft exploded and was destroyed. The cargo consisted of explosives.

Incident Overview An aircraft experienced an engine failure during flight, which forced the pilot to reduce altitude and attempt an emergency landing. The aircraft subsequently crash-landed in an open field located near Barranca de Upía. ## Outcome and Damage The pilot escaped the incident uninjured. Following the crash, the aircraft exploded and was destroyed. The cargo on board consisted of explosives. ## Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was an engine failure for unknown reasons. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date was provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Apr 1983 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Barranca de Upía, Colombia?

An aircraft crash-landed in an open field near Barranca de Upía after an in-flight engine failure. The pilot escaped uninjured, but the aircraft exploded and was destroyed. The cargo consisted of explosives.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Apr 1983 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Apr 1983 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration HK-2687X, operated by Aviones Ejecutivos - AVIEL, at Barranca de Upía, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure for unknown reasons