On June 28, 1976, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration HK-84) operated by Alas Colombia was involved in an aviation accident near Arauca-Santiago Pérez Quiroz, Colombia in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft became uncontrollable during a low-altitude demonstration flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed near a runway in Arauca, Colombia, during a local demonstration flight, resulting in two injuries.
What happened
During a scheduled local demonstration flight at the Arauca-Santiago Pérez Quiroz Airport, an incident occurred involving a single-engine airplane. While the aircraft was operating at a low altitude, it became uncontrollable. The plane subsequently crashed in the vicinity of the runway.
There were two people on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. Both occupants sustained injuries as a result of the impact. No fatalities were reported following the crash.
Findings
The aircraft was performing a demonstration flight when the loss of control occurred.
The accident took place while the plane was flying at a low height near the runway.
Probable cause
The aircraft became uncontrollable during a low-altitude demonstration flight.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Jun 1976 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Arauca-Santiago Pérez Quiroz, Colombia?
A single-engine aircraft crashed near a runway in Arauca, Colombia, during a local demonstration flight, resulting in two injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jun 1976 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jun 1976 involved a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, registration HK-84, operated by Alas Colombia, at Arauca-Santiago Pérez Quiroz, Colombia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft became uncontrollable during a low-altitude demonstration flight.
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