Fatal aircraft accident near Urabá

2 fatalities • Urabá, Colombia • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Urabá during a night flight, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

On a night flight conducted under visual flight rules (VFR) amidst marginal weather conditions, a twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountain slope in the vicinity of Urabá. The flight originated from the Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera airport at 17:00 local time, with the intended destination being Panama City.

At the time of the impact, the aircraft was carrying a Mexican pilot and one Colombian passenger. The collision with the terrain resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were two fatalities recorded, as both individuals on board perished in the accident.

Findings

  • The flight was being operated under VFR in marginal weather conditions.
  • The aircraft struck a mountain slope during the cruise phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying at night under marginal weather conditions.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-09-12 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Urabá, Colombia?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Urabá during a night flight, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-09-12 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-09-12 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration XB-BAQ, operated by Private Mexico, at Urabá, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying at night under marginal weather conditions.

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