Emergency landing of aircraft following propeller malfunction

No fatalities • Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced engine and propeller issues shortly after takeoff, resulting in a crash landing near the runway with no injuries reported.

What happened

During the initial climb phase, at an altitude of approximately 50 meters, the crew of the aircraft encountered mechanical difficulties involving the propellers. In response to these technical complications, the flight crew initiated an emergency descent to perform a landing.

The aircraft type impacted a grassy area situated adjacent to the runway. During the impact, the plane lost both engines before coming to a complete stop. Despite the force of the crash landing, all 15 occupants managed to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft was subsequently declared a total loss.

Findings

  • The crew encountered technical issues with the propellers during the climb.
  • Undetermined mechanical failures within the engines and propellers were identified as the primary factor leading to the incident.

Probable cause

The exact nature of the technical malfunctions affecting the engines and propellers remains unidentified.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-01-31 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia?

An aircraft experienced engine and propeller issues shortly after takeoff, resulting in a crash landing near the runway with no injuries reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-01-31 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-01-31 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration FAC-669, operated by Colombian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Colombiana, at Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact nature of the technical malfunctions affecting the engines and propellers remains unidentified.

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