4 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident near Cali, Colombia (HK-1317W)

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On April 25, 1969, a Rockwell Grand Commander 680 (registration HK-1317W) operated by Texaco Colombia was involved in an aviation accident near Cali, Colombia in flight. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed in mountainous terrain approximately 80 km west of Cali, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

What happened

A flight ended in a fatal accident within a mountainous region situated roughly 80 km to the west of Cali. The aircraft impacted the terrain during its flight, leading to a total loss of the airframe. There were four fatalities recorded following the impact, as all occupants on board perished in the crash.

Findings

The investigation into the wreckage confirmed that the incident occurred in high-altitude, rugged topography. While the specific sequence of mechanical or operational failures is not detailed in the initial report, the location of the debris field within the mountains was a primary factor in the difficulty of the recovery operation.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Apr 1969 Rockwell Grand Commander 680 accident near Cali, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed in mountainous terrain approximately 80 km west of Cali, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Apr 1969 Rockwell Grand Commander 680 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Apr 1969 involved a Rockwell Grand Commander 680, registration HK-1317W, operated by Texaco Colombia, at Cali, Colombia.