What happened
During the final approach phase of flight into Techo Airport located in Bogotá, the aircraft experienced a loss of control. The descent resulted in the plane striking the ground a few hundred yards before reaching the runway threshold. Upon impact, the aircraft was consumed by a large explosion.
There were 26 fatalities recorded among the occupants of the aircraft. No individuals on board survived the accident.
Findings
While the specific mechanical or operational reasons for the loss of control have not been detailed in the provided report, the impact occurred significantly short of the intended landing surface.