On November 24, 1950, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration HK-330) operated by Lineas Aéreas del Caribe - LIDCA was involved in an aviation accident near Medellín-José María Córdova (Rionegro), Colombia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase immediately following takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its initial climb after departing Rionegro Airport, resulting in a crash near the runway.
What happened
During a recent departure from Rionegro Airport, an aircraft entered a stall while performing its initial climb. The incident occurred shortly after the plane had left the ground. Following the loss of lift, the aircraft descended and impacted the terrain near the end of the runway.
The impact resulted in two injuries to the crew members on board. While the occupants survived the event, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
Preliminary details indicate that the accident was triggered by an aerodynamic stall during the early stages of flight.
Probable cause
The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase immediately following takeoff.
What happened in the 24 Nov 1950 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Medellín-José María Córdova (Rionegro), Colombia?
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its initial climb after departing Rionegro Airport, resulting in a crash near the runway.
Were there any fatalities in the 24 Nov 1950 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 24 Nov 1950 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-330, operated by Lineas Aéreas del Caribe - LIDCA, at Medellín-José María Córdova (Rionegro), Colombia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase immediately following takeoff.
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