What happened
On the morning of the accident, a twin engine aircraft departed from Bogotá-El Dorado Airport at 06:38 local time. During the initial climb phase, the crew identified mechanical issues involving the right engine and subsequently received authorization to perform an emergency return to the airfield.
While the aircraft was executing a left turn during this return maneuver, the crew lost control of the plane. The aircraft impacted the ground near Empresa Triturados del Tolima, located approximately 5 km north of the airport. The accident occurred roughly seven minutes after the initial takeoff. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft and five fatalities.
Findings
- The crew experienced technical problems with the right engine during the climb.
- Loss of control occurred during a turning maneuver while attempting an emergency landing.