On December 19, 1979, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration HK-1710-W) operated by Anson Drilling Company was involved in an aviation accident near Oroque, Colombia in flight. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft departed Barranquilla under VFR, encountered worsening weather, and struck a mountain slope at 11,500 feet near Oroque. All four occupants, including two Mexican employees of Anson Drilling Company, were killed. Wreckage found three days later.
Incident
The aircraft departed Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz Airport under visual flight rules (VFR). During the en route phase, weather conditions worsened. While cruising at an altitude of 11,500 feet, the aircraft struck the slope of a mountain near the location of Oroque.
Occupants
The aircraft carried four occupants. Among them were two Mexican employees of Anson Drilling Company, a Colombian group specialized in oil and petroleum business. All four occupants were killed in the crash.
Aftermath
The wreckage was not immediately located. It was discovered three days after the accident. No additional information regarding the cause of the accident has been provided.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 19 Dec 1979 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Oroque, Colombia?
An aircraft departed Barranquilla under VFR, encountered worsening weather, and struck a mountain slope at 11,500 feet near Oroque. All four occupants, including two Mexican employees of Anson Drilling Company, were killed. Wreckage found three days later.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Dec 1979 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Dec 1979 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration HK-1710-W, operated by Anson Drilling Company, at Oroque, Colombia.