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Aircraft Crash in Montegrande Following Engine Failure (HK-195)

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On May 1, 1963, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration HK-195) operated by Aerotaxi Servicios Aéreos was involved in an aviation accident near Montegrande, Colombia in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in Montegrande, 30 km north of Medellín, after the pilot lost control due to engine problems six minutes after takeoff. Three passengers died and six were injured.

Incident Overview Six minutes after departing from Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport, the pilot reported technical issues with the engine. The aircraft subsequently lost control and crashed in the area of Montegrande, located approximately 30 kilometers north of Medellín. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. ## Casualties and Damage The accident resulted in three passenger fatalities. Additionally, six other occupants sustained injuries. The aircraft was destroyed in the crash. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified engine failure as the probable cause of the accident.

Engine failure

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 May 1963 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Montegrande, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed in Montegrande, 30 km north of Medellín, after the pilot lost control due to engine problems six minutes after takeoff. Three passengers died and six were injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 May 1963 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 May 1963 involved a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, registration HK-195, operated by Aerotaxi Servicios Aéreos, at Montegrande, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure

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