Night Approach Accident at Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz Airport (HK-3511)

Incident Overview and Approach Conditions The descent to Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz Airport was conducted at night under poor visibility caused by foggy conditions. During the initial approach, the captain was unable to locate the runway and initiated a go-around procedure. The aircraft then entered a holding pattern. ## Second Approach and Impact A few minutes later, the crew began a second approach. On short final, the aircraft struck the ground and crashed 1,500 meters short of the runway. ## Casualties and Injuries Two passengers were killed after cargo shifted in the main cabin. All other occupants were injured.