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Cargo Flight Crash near Puerto Berrío (HK-329)

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On September 10, 1980, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration HK-329) operated by Aeronorte Colombia - Aerovias del Norte was involved in an aviation accident near Puerto Berrío, Colombia in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control while cruising in severe turbulences after one wing detached following rivets failure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo flight from Barranquilla to Bogotá crashed near Puerto Berrío after losing control in poor weather; all three crew members were killed. The probable cause was loss of control following wing detachment due to rivet failure in severe turbulence.

Incident Details

The aircraft departed Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz Airport at 1930 local time on a cargo flight destined for Bogotá. Approximately two hours into the flight, while cruising in poor weather conditions, the airplane went out of control, entered a dive, and crashed in a wooded area near Puerto Berrío. The wreckage was located a few hours later.

Crew

All three crew members were killed in the accident. They were identified as pilot Jaime Feged, copilot Arnovis Guarín, and mechanic Rafael Melo.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined the probable cause to be loss of control while cruising in severe turbulences after one wing detached following rivets failure.

Structural failure

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Sept 1980 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Puerto Berrío, Colombia?

A cargo flight from Barranquilla to Bogotá crashed near Puerto Berrío after losing control in poor weather; all three crew members were killed. The probable cause was loss of control following wing detachment due to rivet failure in severe turbulence.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Sept 1980 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Sept 1980 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration HK-329, operated by Aeronorte Colombia - Aerovias del Norte, at Puerto Berrío, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of control while cruising in severe turbulences after one wing detached following rivets failure.

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