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Cargo Aircraft Collision with Factory Chimney Near Medellín (HK-504)

Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera, ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 13, 1951, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration HK-504) operated by SAM Colombia - Sociedad Aeronáutica de Medellín was involved in an aviation accident near Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera, Colombia during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo aircraft departing Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport for Cartagena encountered an unexpected situation and returned for an emergency landing. It struck a factory chimney in Belén, stalled, and crashed, killing both crew members and one person on the ground.

Departure and Emergency Return The aircraft departed Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport at 0540 local time on a cargo flight to Cartagena. Shortly after takeoff, the crew encountered an unexpected situation and obtained permission to return to the airport for an emergency landing. ## Collision and Crash While approaching the airfield from the northwest, the aircraft struck the chimney of the Tejícondor factory, located in the Belén suburb. The airplane then stalled and crashed, resulting in a large explosion. ## Casualties Both crew members were killed in the accident, along with one person on the ground.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Jun 1951 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera, Colombia?

A cargo aircraft departing Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport for Cartagena encountered an unexpected situation and returned for an emergency landing. It struck a factory chimney in Belén, stalled, and crashed, killing both crew members and one person on the ground.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Jun 1951 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 13 Jun 1951 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration HK-504, operated by SAM Colombia - Sociedad Aeronáutica de Medellín, at Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera, Colombia.

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