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Cargo Flight Crashes Near Planeta Rica, Two Pilots Killed (HK-1697)

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On December 3, 2008, a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 (registration HK-1697) operated by Taxi Aéreo Caribeño was involved in an aviation accident near Planeta Rica, Colombia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control in altitude for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A twin-engine cargo aircraft carrying bovine embryos crashed near Planeta Rica, Colombia, after losing control during descent. Both pilots were killed.

Accident Details

On a cargo flight from Medellín to Montería, a twin-engine aircraft departed Medellín-Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport at 1745 local time. The flight carried two pilots and a cargo of bovine embryos.

Flight History

The aircraft climbed to FL130 for the journey to Montería. After reaching that altitude, the crew was cleared to begin their descent toward Montería-Los Garzones Airport. While descending through approximately 7,500 feet, the aircraft went out of control. It subsequently crashed in an open field in Vereda Arroyo, near the municipality of Planeta Rica.

Aftermath

The impact caused the complete disintegration of the aircraft. Both pilots were killed in the accident.

Investigation and Probable Cause

The official investigation determined the probable cause as a loss of control in altitude for undetermined reasons.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Dec 2008 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Planeta Rica, Colombia?

A twin-engine cargo aircraft carrying bovine embryos crashed near Planeta Rica, Colombia, after losing control during descent. Both pilots were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Dec 2008 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 3 Dec 2008 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?

Loss of control in altitude for undetermined reasons.