Aircraft accident near Sardinata involving four fatalities

4 fatalities • Sardinata, Colombia • Flight

A flight departing Ocaña crashed into a mountainside near Sardinata, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

What happened

On the morning of the incident, an aircraft departed from Ocaña with a scheduled arrival time in Cúcuta set for 09:55 local time. The flight was intended to arrive approximately 32 minutes after takeoff. This particular operation represented the inaugural flight for this specific service.

As the aircraft approached its destination, roughly eight minutes prior to its expected arrival, it impacted a mountain slope in the vicinity of Sardinata. The impact occurred during the approach phase of the flight.

Outcomes

The accident resulted in significant casualties among those on board. The crash caused the deaths of four crew members. Additionally, three passengers sustained injuries during the event.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-05-03 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Sardinata, Colombia?

A flight departing Ocaña crashed into a mountainside near Sardinata, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-05-03 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-05-03 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration FAC-663, operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales, at Sardinata, Colombia.

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