3 fatalities

1987-06-25: Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (FAC-1114) — SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales — Guapi-Juan Casiano Solis, Colombia

Guapi-Juan Casiano Solis, ColombiaTakeoff (climb)

On June 25, 1987, a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (registration FAC-1114) operated by SATENA - Servicio de Aeronavegacion a Territorios Nacionales was involved in an aviation accident near Guapi-Juan Casiano Solis, Colombia during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the climb phase approximately two minutes after takeoff. 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)Primary reportUpdated 1781216253Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after takeoff from Guapi-Juan Casiano Solis Airport, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Guapi-Juan Casiano Solis Airport, a single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control during its initial climb. Approximately two minutes into the flight, the aircraft descended uncontrollably and impacted the ground. The impact caused the wreckage to ignite, resulting in a post-crash fire.

Among the occupants on board, there were three fatalities and one person who sustained serious injuries.

Findings

Following the accident, it was noted that the aircraft became unstable during the climb phase of the flight, leading to the subsequent crash and subsequent fire.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the climb phase approximately two minutes after takeoff.