Accident Overview
A twin-engine aircraft operating a flight from Guaymaral to Popayán, with an intermediate stop in Girardot, crashed into the slope of a mountain while in cloud conditions. The aircraft departed Girardot-Santiago Vila Airport at 1523 local time. The pilot made contact with Bogotá Control, reporting an altitude of 4,200 feet and a westward heading. At 1537, the pilot received the QNH pressure setting.
Collision and Wreckage
Two minutes after receiving the pressure setting, while the aircraft was cruising in clouds, it struck trees and impacted the mountain slope, subsequently bursting into flames. The wreckage was located on Mt San Isidro five days after the accident. The aircraft was destroyed by the impact forces and a post-crash fire.
Occupants and Findings
The aircraft carried four passengers and one pilot. All five occupants were killed. The investigation determined the probable cause of the accident.