Aircraft accident near Planeta Rica, Colombia

2 fatalities • Planeta Rica, Colombia • Flight

A cargo flight transporting bovine embryos crashed near Planeta Rica, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

A cargo operation departing from Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport ended in a fatal accident during its descent toward Montería. The flight, which was transporting a shipment of bovine embryos, departed at 17:45 local time. After reaching an altitude of 13,000 feet, the crew received clearance to begin their approach to Montería-Los Garzones Airport.

While the aircraft was descending at approximately 7,500 feet, it experienced a sudden loss of control. The aircraft subsequently struck an open field in the Verada Arroyo area, situated near Planeta Rica. The force of the impact caused the aircraft to disintegrate. There were two fatalities among the crew, as both pilots were killed in the crash.

Findings

  • The aircraft was in the descent phase of flight when the accident occurred.
  • The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

Probable cause

The aircraft went out of control during its descent at 7,500 feet.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2008-12-03 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Planeta Rica, Colombia?

A cargo flight transporting bovine embryos crashed near Planeta Rica, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 2008-12-03 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2008-12-03 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, registration HK-1697, operated by Taxi Aéreo Caribeño, at Planeta Rica, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft went out of control during its descent at 7,500 feet.

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