Fatal aircraft accident in Sierra Nevada del Cocuy

10 fatalities • Sierra Nevada del Cocuy, Colombia • Flight

A flight traveling from Saravena to Villavicencio crashed into a mountainside, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

What happened

During a flight operating between Saravena and Villavicencio, the crew encountered a critical loss of control. In response to the developing situation, an emergency was declared by those on board. The aircraft subsequently impacted a mountain slope within the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy region.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airplane. There were 10 fatalities recorded among the occupants, with no survivors reported from the crash site.

Findings

Following the loss of control and subsequent impact with the terrain, the aircraft was completely destroyed.

Probable cause

The crew lost control of the aircraft during the flight, leading to a mountain impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-07-26 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Sierra Nevada del Cocuy, Colombia?

A flight traveling from Saravena to Villavicencio crashed into a mountainside, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-07-26 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-07-26 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration FAC-654, operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales, at Sierra Nevada del Cocuy, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew lost control of the aircraft during the flight, leading to a mountain impact.

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