Emergency landing and crash at Villavicencio-La Vanguardia Airport

1 fatality • Villavicencio, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced an engine overspeed during its initial climb, leading to a crash landing and one fatality during an attempted emergency descent.

What happened

During a flight departing from Villavicencio-La Vanguardia Airport, the aircraft encountered a mechanical failure during the climb phase. Specifically, the right engine began to overspeed, prompting air traffic controllers to authorize a return to the airport.

As the crew attempted the approach, it became evident that the aircraft lacked sufficient performance to complete a standard landing. In response to the deteriorating situation, the crew initiated an emergency landing procedure. The aircraft subsequently struck a field, traveling several dozen meters before coming to a halt in a ditch. The impact caused the aircraft to catch fire.

Findings

The accident resulted in one fatality among the passengers, while several other occupants sustained injuries. The primary factor leading to the crash was the right engine overspeed during the takeoff climb.

Probable cause

An overspeed condition in the right engine during the climb phase necessitated an emergency descent that the aircraft could not safely complete.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-09-29 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Villavicencio, Colombia?

An aircraft experienced an engine overspeed during its initial climb, leading to a crash landing and one fatality during an attempted emergency descent.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-09-29 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-09-29 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-3238, operated by Coral Colombia - Coronado Aerolineas, at Villavicencio, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An overspeed condition in the right engine during the climb phase necessitated an emergency descent that the aircraft could not safely complete.

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