Aircraft crash near Medellín following engine issues

3 fatalities • Montegrande, Colombia • Flight

An aircraft crashed in Montegrande, Colombia, after experiencing mechanical difficulties shortly after departing from Medellín.

What happened

Shortly after departing from the Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport, an aircraft experienced significant technical difficulties involving its engine. Approximately six minutes into the flight, the pilot was unable to maintain control of the plane following these mechanical issues.

The aircraft subsequently crashed in the Montegrande area, situated roughly 30 kilometers north of Medellín. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. Among the occupants on board, there were three fatalities and six injuries reported.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was an engine failure during the initial climb phase.

Probable cause

The crash was caused by a failure of the aircraft engine shortly after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1963-05-01 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Montegrande, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed in Montegrande, Colombia, after experiencing mechanical difficulties shortly after departing from Medellín.

Were there any fatalities in the 1963-05-01 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 1963-05-01 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?

The crash was caused by a failure of the aircraft engine shortly after takeoff.

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