What happened
During an approach to Riohacha-Almirante Padilla Airport, an aircraft went down in the ocean a short distance from the shoreline. The incident occurred while the plane was in its final phase of flight. Following the impact with the water, all six occupants were successfully recovered by rescue teams. Although there were no fatalities, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
Reports regarding the nature of the flight suggest that the mission was unauthorized. It has been alleged that the crew and the aircraft were engaged in transporting contraband at the time of the accident. The specific mechanical or operational reasons for the crash into the sea remain unconfirmed.