Aircraft accident at Calderon during landing

No fatalities • Calderon, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing while attempting to land at Calderon, though all passengers and crew survived without injury.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight, an aircraft experienced a crash while attempting to land at Calderon. The impact resulted in the aircraft being written off due to the extent of the damage sustained during the accident.

Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties reported. All 29 occupants on board managed to evacuate the wreckage safely. No injuries were documented among the passengers or the crew following the event.

Findings

The specific mechanical or operational reasons for the crash during the landing phase were not detailed in the available report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-04-08 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Calderon, Colombia?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing while attempting to land at Calderon, though all passengers and crew survived without injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-04-08 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1961-04-08 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-489E, operated by Texaco Colombia, at Calderon, Colombia.

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