On March 12, 1978, a De Havilland DH.104 Dove (registration N4959N) operated by Aircraft Brokers was involved in an aviation accident near Santa Marta-Simón Bolívar, Colombia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure in-flight for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft on a delivery flight experienced an engine failure and crashed into the sea near Santa Marta, Colombia, killing both occupants.
Accident Details
During a delivery flight to Colombia, the crew of a twin-engine airplane reported an engine failure to air traffic control. ATC cleared the aircraft to divert to Santa Marta-Simón Bolívar Airport for an emergency landing. Minutes later, the aircraft went out of control and crashed into the sea several kilometers off the coast of Santa Marta. The aircraft sank after impact. Both occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident.
Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, the probable cause of the accident was an engine failure in-flight for unknown reasons.
What happened in the 12 Mar 1978 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident near Santa Marta-Simón Bolívar, Colombia?
A twin-engine aircraft on a delivery flight experienced an engine failure and crashed into the sea near Santa Marta, Colombia, killing both occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 12 Mar 1978 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Mar 1978 involved a De Havilland DH.104 Dove, registration N4959N, operated by Aircraft Brokers, at Santa Marta-Simón Bolívar, Colombia.
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