Aircraft ground excursion during landing at San Felipe

No fatalities • San Felipe, Colombia • Landing (descent or approach)

A humanitarian flight arriving from Inírida experienced a runway excursion upon landing, resulting in one minor injury and significant aircraft damage.

What happened

A humanitarian mission traveling from Inírida to San Felipe ended in a ground accident following a routine flight. The aircraft, which was transporting supplies and equipment for flood relief efforts, arrived at the destination with a total of twelve people on board, consisting of three crew members and nine passengers.

Upon landing on runway 18, the aircraft experienced a sudden deviation to the left. As the plane continued its movement, it pivoted sharply, causing the loss of the left propeller and the left main landing gear. The sequence of events concluded when the aircraft came to a stop at the edge of the runway. While all twelve occupants were successfully evacuated from the wreckage, one passenger sustained minor injuries.

Findings

The aircraft sustained damage that was determined to be beyond repair. The primary factor in the accident was the uncontrolled leftward deviation of the aircraft immediately following touchdown.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered left and pivoted during the landing roll, leading to structural failure of the landing gear and propeller.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2018-07-11 Douglas DC-3 accident near San Felipe, Colombia?

A humanitarian flight arriving from Inírida experienced a runway excursion upon landing, resulting in one minor injury and significant aircraft damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2018-07-11 Douglas DC-3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2018-07-11 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration HK-3293, operated by Air Colombia, at San Felipe, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered left and pivoted during the landing roll, leading to structural failure of the landing gear and propeller.

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