Cargo aircraft crash near Yalí, Colombia

2 fatalities • Yalí, Colombia • Flight

A cargo flight operating from Medellín crashed into a mountainside near Yalí, resulting in the loss of all crew members.

What happened

A cargo operation departing from Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport ended in a fatal accident during its transit to Barranquilla. The flight commenced at 14:18 local time, following a planned route toward the Caribbean coast.

While navigating the region, the aircraft struck the side of a mountain situated approximately 12 km from the town of Yalí. The impact with the terrain resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were no survivors among the two crew members on board.

Findings

The investigation into the crash indicates that the aircraft struck a mountain slope during its en route phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft collided with mountainous terrain during its flight from Medellín to Barranquilla.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-02-14 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Yalí, Colombia?

A cargo flight operating from Medellín crashed into a mountainside near Yalí, resulting in the loss of all crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-02-14 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-02-14 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-333, operated by LANSA Colombia - Limitada Nacional de Servicio Aéreo, at Yalí, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?