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Fatal Aircraft Crash Near Saravena-Los Colonizadores Airport (HK-2398)

Saravena-Los Colonizadores, ColombiaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 29, 1982, a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain (registration HK-2398) operated by Interandes Colombia was involved in an aviation accident near Saravena-Los Colonizadores, Colombia during landing or approach. 10 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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

An aircraft crashed in a pasture about 7 km from Saravena-Los Colonizadores Airport after the crew encountered technical problems on approach, killing all 10 occupants.

Incident Overview During an approach to Saravena-Los Colonizadores Airport, the crew of an aircraft reported encountering technical problems. The aircraft subsequently went out of control and crashed in a pasture located approximately 7 kilometers from the airfield. The impact destroyed the aircraft, and all 10 people on board were killed. Among the fatalities were six employees of Ecopetrol and two employees of the Parker Drilling Company. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or the exact cause of the technical problems. ## Casualties The crash resulted in the deaths of all 10 occupants. The identified victims included six employees of Ecopetrol and two employees of the Parker Drilling Company. The source does not provide further details about the remaining occupants.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Apr 1982 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident near Saravena-Los Colonizadores, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed in a pasture about 7 km from Saravena-Los Colonizadores Airport after the crew encountered technical problems on approach, killing all 10 occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Apr 1982 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Apr 1982 involved a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, registration HK-2398, operated by Interandes Colombia, at Saravena-Los Colonizadores, Colombia.