5 fatalities

1976-04-02: Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (FAC-676) — SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales — Puerto Asís, Colombia

Puerto Asís, ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 2, 1976, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration FAC-676) operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales was involved in an aviation accident near Puerto Asís, Colombia during landing or approach. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft crashed into a lake during approach while encountering heavy rain. 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)Primary reportUpdated 1781229346Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed into a lake during its approach to Puerto Asís Airport amidst heavy rainfall, resulting in five fatalities.

What happened

During the final approach phase to Puerto Asís Airport, the flight encountered intense precipitation. While navigating through heavy rain, the aircraft struck a body of water located several kilometers before reaching the runway threshold.

The impact resulted in five fatalities, including one crew member and four passengers. Despite the severity of the crash, rescue efforts were successful in saving the remaining 11 occupants on board.

Findings

  • The presence of heavy rainfall during the approach phase was a significant environmental factor at the time of the accident.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed into a lake during approach while encountering heavy rain.