Engine fire leads to aircraft crash during takeoff

No fatalities • Barranquilla, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an engine fire during its initial climb following takeoff, resulting in a loss of control and a crash.

What happened

During the early stages of flight, an aircraft entered its initial climb phase immediately after departing the runway. During this period, a fire ignited in the right-hand engine. The onset of the fire caused the aircraft to become uncontrollable, leading to a subsequent crash at the scene.

As a result of the impact, the aircraft was completely destroyed. There were four crew members on board the aircraft during the incident, all of whom sustained injuries. No fatalities were reported among the occupants.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was a fire occurring in the right engine shortly after the aircraft had lifted off from the ground.

Probable cause

An engine fire developed in the right-hand power plant during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-12-29 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Barranquilla, Colombia?

An aircraft experienced an engine fire during its initial climb following takeoff, resulting in a loss of control and a crash.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-12-29 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-12-29 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration HK-459, operated by Lineas Aéreas del Caribe - LIDCA, at Barranquilla, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine fire developed in the right-hand power plant during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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