Fatal aircraft accident near Bucaramanga-Gomes Niño Airport

5 fatalities • Lebrija, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine airplane crashed during its initial climb from Bucaramanga, resulting in the deaths of all five people on board.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Bucaramanga-Gomes Niño Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control during its ascent. The incident occurred approximately five minutes into the flight while the aircraft was in the climbing phase. The plane subsequently crashed in the vicinity of Lebrija, situated roughly 10 km to the west of the departure airfield.

All five occupants on board the aircraft were killed in the impact. The specific details surrounding the loss of control remain unconfirmed at this time.

Findings

At present, the exact circumstances leading to the crash are categorized as unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1973-03-27 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Lebrija, Colombia?

A twin-engine airplane crashed during its initial climb from Bucaramanga, resulting in the deaths of all five people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1973-03-27 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1973-03-27 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, registration HK-1209, operated by Taxi Aéreo de Santander del Sur (TASS), at Lebrija, Colombia.

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