What happened
During a scheduled local test flight departing from Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, an aircraft carrying a total of four fatalities experienced a catastrophic failure. The crew consisted of two pilots and two engineers. While flying at an altitude of approximately 200 feet directly over runway 12, the pilot managed to broadcast a brief mayday distress signal. Shortly after this transmission, the aircraft entered a left bank and impacted the ground, resulting in a post-crash fire that completely destroyed the airframe.
Findings
Investigations into the accident revealed several mechanical issues present at the time of impact. While no technical irregularities were identified regarding the left engine, the left propeller had transitioned to a feathered position during the crash sequence. Crucially, investigators discovered that the right engine had suffered a seizure involving the connecting rod and the forward bearing. Additionally, records indicated that the pilot-in-command lacked the necessary qualifications for this specific aircraft type.