Aircraft crash following takeoff departure

No fatalities • Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed approximately 1.6 km beyond the runway end during its initial climb, resulting in injuries to all crew members.

What happened

During the early stages of flight, an aircraft experienced a loss of altitude shortly after departing from runway 30. While the plane was attempting to reach a target altitude of 300 feet, it failed to maintain its climb and began descending. The descent continued until the aircraft impacted the ground at a distance of 1.6 km beyond the threshold of the runway.

The incident resulted in three injuries among the crew members on board. The impact caused significant damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the accident concluded that the primary reason for the loss of control was that the aircraft was overloaded. The total weight of the plane at the time of departure exceeded its maximum takeoff weight (MTOW).

Probable cause

The aircraft's weight exceeded its maximum takeoff weight, leading to a loss of control during the climb.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1969-02-13 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed approximately 1.6 km beyond the runway end during its initial climb, resulting in injuries to all crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1969-02-13 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1969-02-13 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-683, operated by Aeropesca Colombia, at Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft's weight exceeded its maximum takeoff weight, leading to a loss of control during the climb.

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