Fatal crash following dual engine failure

6 fatalities • Barrancabermeja, Colombia • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a tree during an emergency descent after experiencing a simultaneous loss of power in both engines.

What happened

During the flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden and simultaneous failure of both engines. In response to the loss of propulsion, the pilot initiated an emergency descent to lower the altitude of the plane. While attempting to perform an emergency landing, the aircraft struck a large tree, resulting in a crash.

The accident resulted in six fatalities and left two individuals with serious injuries. The flight involved a total of eight occupants at the time of the impact.

Findings

Investigations into the accident focused on the loss of power experienced during the flight. The primary contributing factor was the double engine failure that occurred while the aircraft was airborne, though the specific underlying reason for this mechanical failure remains unidentified.

Probable cause

The simultaneous failure of both engines during flight led to an uncontrolled descent and subsequent impact with a tree.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-12-01 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Barrancabermeja, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed into a tree during an emergency descent after experiencing a simultaneous loss of power in both engines.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-12-01 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-12-01 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, registration HK-1143, operated by Taxi Aéreo de Santander del Sur (TASS), at Barrancabermeja, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The simultaneous failure of both engines during flight led to an uncontrolled descent and subsequent impact with a tree.

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