3 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident at Cartagena Airport (FAC-2508)

Cartagena, ColombiaTakeoff (climb)

On March 20, 1963, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration FAC-2508) operated by Colombian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Colombiana was involved in an aviation accident near Cartagena, Colombia during takeoff. 3 people were killed. 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed near Cartagena Airport following its departure, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

What happened

On the date of the incident, an aircraft departed from Cartagena Airport. Shortly after completing the takeoff phase of flight, the aircraft experienced a loss of control and crashed. The impact occurred in the immediate vicinity of the airport.

There were three fatalities recorded during the accident, as all members of the crew perished in the crash. No other passengers or persons on the ground were reported injured in the event.

Findings

No specific technical findings regarding the mechanical state of the aircraft or the environmental conditions at the time of the accident were provided in the initial report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Mar 1963 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Cartagena, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed near Cartagena Airport following its departure, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Mar 1963 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Mar 1963 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration FAC-2508, operated by Colombian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Colombiana, at Cartagena, Colombia.