No fatalities

1977-02-17: Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (FAC-1125) — SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales — Camanaos, Colombia

Camanaos, ColombiaTakeoff (climb)

On February 17, 1977, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration FAC-1125) operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales was involved in an aviation accident near Camanaos, Colombia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. 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 1781228329Data APIEditorial standards

During takeoff from runway 27, a soft surface hindered acceleration, causing the left landing gear to drop into a previous wheel track. The aircraft deviated left, the pilot aborted, but it struck a tree trunk, resulting in severe damage.

Incident Overview

A takeoff was initiated approximately 15 meters behind the threshold markings of runway 27. The soft surface of the runway hindered acceleration. After traveling 395 meters further, the left landing gear dropped into a wheel track left by the same aircraft while landing on runway 09. This caused the aircraft to deviate to the left, prompting the pilot to abort the takeoff.

Sequence of Events

The aircraft continued for another 47 meters before the left landing gear struck a fallen tree trunk. The impact turned the aircraft approximately 50 degrees to the left, and the nose became embedded in the undergrowth. Both engines and the main landing gear broke off, and the nose section was severely damaged.

Occupant Evacuation and Damage

All occupants evacuated safely. However, the aircraft was written off due to the extensive damage sustained during the incident.