What happened
On a flight traveling from Neiva Airport toward Bogotá, a twin engine aircraft encountered a critical situation that led to a fatal accident. The flight departed Neiva at 13:00 local time. While in the en route phase of the flight, the crew issued an emergency declaration to air traffic services.
Shortly after the emergency was declared, the aircraft impacted the terrain at Mt El Peñón, situated within the Pasca region. The impact occurred during the cruise portion of the flight. There were six fatalities resulting from the crash, with all occupants on board losing their lives in the accident.
Findings
No specific technical findings regarding the mechanical state of the aircraft or the specific nature of the emergency were provided in the initial report.