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Twin-Engine Aircraft Destroyed in Mountain Collision in Pueblo Rico (HK-2961P)

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On July 5, 1985, a Cessna 303 Crusader (registration HK-2961P) operated by Private Colombian was involved in an aviation accident near Pueblo Rico, Colombia in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Controlled flight into terrain. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the slope of Mt La Linea in the Pueblo Rico region during marginal weather. The aircraft was destroyed, and all three occupants were killed. The flight was associated with drug smuggling.

Incident Overview and Location Details A twin-engine aircraft was destroyed after striking the slope of Mt La Linea, which is located in the region of Pueblo Rico. The collision occurred while the aircraft was cruising in marginal weather conditions. ## Casualties and Operational Context All three occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident. The source states that the individuals were engaged in a drug smuggling flight at the time of the incident. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause of the accident as controlled flight into terrain. No additional details regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, date, or operator are provided in the source material.

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