No fatalities

1951-01-31: Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (HK-311) — LANSA Colombia - Limitada Nacional de Servicio Aéreo — Madrid AFB, Colombia

Madrid AFB, ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On January 31, 1951, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration HK-311) operated by LANSA Colombia - Limitada Nacional de Servicio Aéreo was involved in an aviation accident near Madrid AFB, Colombia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by the failure of one engine during flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781256851Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft en route to Bogotá experienced an engine failure, leading to a crash landing in a field near Madrid Air Force Base.

What happened

During a flight destined for Bogotá, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving one of its engines. This malfunction necessitated an immediate diversion to Madrid Air Force Base (AFB).

As the crew began their descent toward the airfield, the situation escalated, requiring them to execute an emergency landing in a nearby field. The aircraft type impacted the ground a short distance from the airbase. Despite the impact, both members of the crew survived the incident without injuries. However, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

  • The primary factor leading to the emergency was an engine failure during the cruise phase of flight.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the failure of one engine during flight.