Runway overrun accident at Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes Airport

6 fatalities • Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

A four-engine aircraft overran the runway at Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities and the destruction of the aircraft.

What happened

During an arrival at Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes Airport, a four-engine aircraft experienced mechanical or operational difficulties immediately following its touchdown on runway 21. The aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently before reaching the end of the paved surface. Consequently, the plane exited the runway and traveled down an embankment.

Approximately 150 meters beyond the embankment, the aircraft came to a halt and caught fire. The impact and subsequent fire resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. The accident resulted in 6 fatalities, including one crew member and five passengers, while 29 other occupants sustained injuries during the event.

Findings

  • The aircraft failed to stop within the available runway length.
  • The sequence of events concluded with a post-runway excursion and an intense fire.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance following landing, leading to a runway overrun and subsequent fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1971-02-19 Douglas C-54 Skymaster accident near Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes, Colombia?

A four-engine aircraft overran the runway at Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities and the destruction of the aircraft.

Were there any fatalities in the 1971-02-19 Douglas C-54 Skymaster accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1971-02-19 involved a Douglas C-54 Skymaster, registration FAC-692, operated by Colombian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Colombiana, at Barrancabermeja-Yariguíes, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance following landing, leading to a runway overrun and subsequent fire.

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