C-46 Crash Landing After Engine Failure Near Medellín (HK-514)

Incident Overview A C-46 experienced an engine failure during its initial climb after departing from runway 02 at Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport. The event occurred shortly after takeoff, prompting the flight crew to initiate an emergency landing procedure. ## Emergency Landing and Outcome The crew directed the aircraft toward a nearby wasteland, where it crash-landed. Both crew members on board were reported uninjured following the incident. The C-46 sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause of the accident as an engine failure.