Incident
A cargo flight operating between San Felipe, Guainía, and Villavicencio experienced an engine failure during the en route phase of the flight. The aircraft was carrying three passengers, three crew members, and a load of straw. Following the engine failure, the crew decided to divert to Barranco Minas Airport.
Accident Sequence
The aircraft touched down on runway 27 but was unable to stop within the remaining distance. It overran the runway and plunged into the Río Guaviare. Rescue operations recovered four individuals, while the copilot and flight engineer were not found and their bodies disappeared in the river.
Investigation
The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident to be an engine failure in flight for unknown reasons. No further details regarding the engine failure or contributing factors were specified.