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

Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz (ex Soledad), ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 20, 1991, a Douglas DC-6 (registration HK-3511) operated by Aerosucre Colombia was involved in an aviation accident near Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz (ex Soledad), Colombia during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed 1,500 meters short of the runway at Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz Airport during a night approach in fog. Two passengers died after cargo shifted, and all other occupants were injured.

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.

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What happened in the 20 Jun 1991 Douglas DC-6 accident near Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz (ex Soledad), Colombia?

An aircraft crashed 1,500 meters short of the runway at Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz Airport during a night approach in fog. Two passengers died after cargo shifted, and all other occupants were injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Jun 1991 Douglas DC-6 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Jun 1991 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration HK-3511, operated by Aerosucre Colombia, at Barranquilla-Ernesto Cortissoz (ex Soledad), Colombia.

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