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Aircraft Crash Near Villavicencio-La Vanguardia Airport (HK-1340)

Villavicencio, ColombiaTakeoff (climb)

On July 7, 1985, a Douglas DC-3 (registration HK-1340) operated by LACOL Colombia - Lineas Aéreas Colombianas was involved in an aviation accident near Villavicencio, Colombia during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed the right engine failed because the total weight of the aircraft was well above the MTOW. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Villavicencio-La Vanguardia Airport after a right engine fire. Three occupants were killed and three were seriously injured.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath An aircraft departed from Villavicencio-La Vanguardia Airport and encountered a serious incident during its initial climb. Shortly after takeoff, the right engine caught fire. The aircraft subsequently lost altitude and struck trees before crashing a few kilometers from the airport. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames. The accident resulted in three fatalities among the occupants, while three others sustained serious injuries. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the event. ## Official Findings and Probable Cause The official investigation concluded that the accident was likely caused by the right engine failing. The findings indicate that the total weight of the aircraft was well above its maximum takeoff weight (MTOW). This excessive weight is believed to have contributed to the engine failure and the subsequent crash.

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