Engine failure and crash landing at Guaymaral-Flaminio Suárez Camacho Airport

No fatalities • Bogotá-Guaymaral, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an engine explosion during its initial climb, resulting in a crash landing near Guaymaral-Flaminio Suárez Camacho Airport.

What happened

Three minutes following departure from runway 29 at Guaymaral-Flaminio Suárez Camacho Airport, the aircraft encountered a critical mechanical failure. While the plane was ascending to an altitude of approximately 200 feet, the engine experienced an explosion, leading to a total loss of power.

Following the engine failure, the aircraft began a descent. During this phase, the plane struck a brick wall, which caused the separation of the undercarriage. The aircraft subsequently performed a crash landing in a nearby prairie, sliding for several dozen meters before the movement ceased. Despite the impact, all five occupants of the aircraft managed to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the loss of altitude was an engine explosion occurring during the climb phase.

Probable cause

An engine explosion caused a loss of power during the initial climb, leading to the crash landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2020-09-22 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near Bogotá-Guaymaral, Colombia?

An aircraft experienced an engine explosion during its initial climb, resulting in a crash landing near Guaymaral-Flaminio Suárez Camacho Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 2020-09-22 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2020-09-22 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration HK-4669G, operated by Henry Moreno Cortazar, at Bogotá-Guaymaral, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine explosion caused a loss of power during the initial climb, leading to the crash landing.

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