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Four-Engine Cargo Plane Crashes into Mountain Near Tame (HK-1309)

Tame, ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 30, 1975, a Douglas DC-4 (registration HK-1309) operated by Taxi Aéreo El Venado was involved in an aviation accident near Tame, Colombia during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: It is believed that the crew initiated the descent prematurely. The lack of visibility caused by poor weather conditions was considered as a contributing factor. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a cargo flight from Cúcuta to Tame, a four-engine airplane struck a mountain slope at 2,300 feet. The wreckage was found two days later; all three occupants were killed.

Departure and Flight

The aircraft departed Cúcuta-Camilo Daza Airport at 1830 local time on a cargo flight to Tame.

Descent and Accident

While descending to Tame-General Gabriel Vargas Santos Airport, the crew encountered marginal weather conditions with low clouds. At an altitude of 2,300 feet, the four-engine airplane struck the slope of a mountain located approximately 32 km northwest of Tame Airport.

Aftermath

The wreckage was found two days later. All three occupants were killed.

Investigation

The official investigation found that the crew likely initiated the descent prematurely. The lack of visibility caused by poor weather conditions was considered a contributing factor.

Probable cause

It is believed that the crew initiated the descent prematurely. The lack of visibility caused by poor weather conditions was considered as a contributing factor.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Jun 1975 Douglas DC-4 accident near Tame, Colombia?

During a cargo flight from Cúcuta to Tame, a four-engine airplane struck a mountain slope at 2,300 feet. The wreckage was found two days later; all three occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jun 1975 Douglas DC-4 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Jun 1975 involved a Douglas DC-4, registration HK-1309, operated by Taxi Aéreo El Venado, at Tame, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

It is believed that the crew initiated the descent prematurely. The lack of visibility caused by poor weather conditions was considered as a contributing factor.

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