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Four-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Bogotá-El Dorado (HK-1705)

Bogotá-El Dorado, ColombiaTakeoff (climb)

On April 29, 1978, a Douglas C-118 Liftmaster (registration HK-1705) operated by LAC Colombia - Lineas Aéreas del Caribe was involved in an aviation accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia during takeoff. 8 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed that one of the four engines exploded during the initial climb for unknown reasons. 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 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft crashed in a pasture about one kilometer from Bogotá-El Dorado after takeoff. Eight people were killed and four were injured.

Incident Overview and Location Details A four-engine aircraft experienced difficulties gaining altitude after departing from runway 30 at Bogotá-El Dorado. The aircraft subsequently struck a eucalyptus tree, stalled, and crashed into a pasture situated approximately one kilometer from the airfield. ## Casualties and Official Findings The accident resulted in eight fatalities and four injuries among the occupants. The official investigation concluded that it is believed one of the four engines exploded during the initial climb for unknown reasons. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the airfield and nearby pasture.

Probable cause

It is believed that one of the four engines exploded during the initial climb for unknown reasons.
Engine failure

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