Engine failure leads to fatal crash near Miraflores Airport

2 fatalities • Miraflores, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed during an emergency landing attempt at Miraflores Airport following an engine failure during its second approach.

What happened

During an approach toward Miraflores Airport, the flight crew was directed to perform a go-around because another aircraft was occupying the runway. While the aircraft was repositioning within the traffic pattern for a subsequent approach attempt, the crew encountered a critical mechanical issue when one of the engines ceased functioning.

In response to the loss of power, the crew feathered the propeller and initiated an emergency landing procedure. However, during this maneuver, the aircraft type crashed in the vicinity of the airport. The accident resulted in two fatalities, including one passenger and one crew member, while the remaining occupants sustained injuries.

Findings

Investigations into the incident identified that the primary factor was an engine failure occurring during the approach phase.

Probable cause

The crash was caused by the failure of one engine for undetermined reasons.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1981-06-17 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Miraflores, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed during an emergency landing attempt at Miraflores Airport following an engine failure during its second approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 1981-06-17 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1981-06-17 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration HK-1078, operated by Taxi Aéreo El Venado, at Miraflores, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crash was caused by the failure of one engine for undetermined reasons.

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