Aircraft crash near Tres Esquinas Airport during emergency approach

No fatalities • Tres Esquinas, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft traveling from Bogotá to Tres Esquinas crashed in a wooded area following technical difficulties during its final approach.

What happened

A flight originating from Bogotá, destined for Tres Esquinas, was transporting a group of engineers tasked with runway renovation work at the destination airport. While performing the final approach to Tres Esquinas Airport, the crew experienced mechanical issues with the aircraft. In an effort to manage the situation, the crew attempted an emergency landing procedure. However, the aircraft struck a wooded area situated approximately 3 km before reaching the runway.

Findings

The crash resulted in two injuries among the occupants. The primary factor leading to the accident was technical problems encountered during the descent phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The occurrence of mechanical malfunctions during the final approach necessitated an emergency landing attempt that ended in a crash short of the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-12-05 Casa 212 Aviocar accident near Tres Esquinas, Colombia?

An aircraft traveling from Bogotá to Tres Esquinas crashed in a wooded area following technical difficulties during its final approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-12-05 Casa 212 Aviocar accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-12-05 involved a Casa 212 Aviocar, registration FAC-1251, operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales, at Tres Esquinas, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The occurrence of mechanical malfunctions during the final approach necessitated an emergency landing attempt that ended in a crash short of the runway.

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