On February 20, 1993, a Convair CV-440 Metropolitan (registration HP-1200CTH) operated by Cargo Three Panama - C3 Panama was involved in an aviation accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft suffered an engine failure of undetermined origin during its climb phase. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A flight departing from Bogotá experienced an engine malfunction during its initial climb, resulting in a fatal crash shortly after takeoff.
What happened
During the departure phase from Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, the aircraft encountered a critical mechanical issue while ascending. The crew notified air traffic control of an engine failure and officially declared an emergency situation.
In an attempt to manage the malfunction, the flight crew was authorized by controllers to perform a return to the airport. However, during this maneuver, the aircraft lost sufficient altitude and descended into a field situated approximately 3 km west of the airfield. The impact resulted in two fatalities, as both pilots were killed in the accident.
Findings
Investigations into the crash focused on the sudden loss of power during the climb. The primary factor identified was an engine failure occurring for reasons that have not yet been determined.
Probable cause
The aircraft suffered an engine failure of undetermined origin during its climb phase.