Emergency landing near Bogotá following engine failure

No fatalities • Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced an engine power loss shortly after departing Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, the crew of the aircraft encountered significant mechanical issues. Specifically, one of the engines experienced a loss of power, making it impossible for the flight to reach its intended altitude.

In response to the technical failure, the crew initiated an emergency descent and attempted to land the plane in a prairie area. The aircraft eventually crashed approximately 9 km southwest of the airport, near the La Libertad suburb. While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair, there were no fatalities or injuries among the three occupants.

Findings

Investigations into the incident identified the primary factor as a loss of power in one engine, though the specific underlying reason for this failure remained undetermined.

Probable cause

The aircraft suffered an unidentifiable loss of power in one engine during the climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1975-06-22 Handley Page HPR-7 Dart Herald accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia?

An aircraft experienced an engine power loss shortly after departing Bogotá-El Dorado Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.

Were there any fatalities in the 1975-06-22 Handley Page HPR-7 Dart Herald accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1975-06-22 involved a Handley Page HPR-7 Dart Herald, registration HK-715, operated by Lineas Aéreas La Urraca, at Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft suffered an unidentifiable loss of power in one engine during the climb phase.

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