On November 22, 2006, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (registration FAC-5054) operated by Colombian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Colombiana was involved in an aviation accident near Tolemaida AFB, Colombia during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck a mountainside during approach while operating in low-visibility conditions caused by mist. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during its approach to Tolemaida Air Base, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members.
What happened
During a scheduled flight from Medellín to Tolemaida Air Base, a single-engine aircraft encountered difficult flying conditions. While performing an approach to the airfield, the aircraft entered an area characterized by heavy mist and low visibility. During this phase of flight, the plane made impact with the slope of Mt La Siberia, situated a short distance from the airbase. The collision resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft.
Findings
The flight was operating under conditions of poor visibility due to mist.
The aircraft struck terrain near the destination airfield.
There were 3 fatalities among the crew members on board.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck a mountainside during approach while operating in low-visibility conditions caused by mist.