On February 19, 2001, a Rockwell Gulfstream 695A Jetprop 1000 (registration EJC-114) operated by Colombian National Army - Ejército Nacional de Colombia was involved in an aviation accident near Puerto López, Colombia during landing or approach. 8 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was flying at an altitude too low to clear the hilly terrain during its approach to the airport. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into hilly terrain during its approach to Puerto López Airport, resulting in no survivors.
What happened
During the final approach to Puerto López Airport, a twin engine aircraft struck hilly terrain situated a short distance from the airfield. The impact occurred while the aircraft was operating at an altitude that was too low for the surrounding landscape. The collision resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.
There were 8 fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board were killed upon impact. No survivors were reported from the wreckage.
Findings
The aircraft was flying at an insufficient altitude relative to the terrain during its approach to the airport.
The crash occurred in hilly terrain located a few kilometers from the runway.
Probable cause
The aircraft was flying at an altitude too low to clear the hilly terrain during its approach to the airport.
What happened in the 19 Feb 2001 Rockwell Gulfstream 695A Jetprop 1000 accident near Puerto López, Colombia?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into hilly terrain during its approach to Puerto López Airport, resulting in no survivors.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Feb 2001 Rockwell Gulfstream 695A Jetprop 1000 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Feb 2001 involved a Rockwell Gulfstream 695A Jetprop 1000, registration EJC-114, operated by Colombian National Army - Ejército Nacional de Colombia, at Puerto López, Colombia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft was flying at an altitude too low to clear the hilly terrain during its approach to the airport.
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