2 fatalities

Mountain Strike Near Felidia Kills Two (104)

Felidia, ColombiaFlight

On December 29, 1937, a Stinson SR-9 Reliant (registration 104) operated by Cuban Air Force - Cuerpo de Aviación del Ejército de Cuba (1918-1952) was involved in an aviation accident near Felidia, Colombia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with terrain due to low visibility caused by foggy conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-27Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed into a mountain near Felidia, west of Cali, while operating in foggy conditions. Both occupants on board were killed in the accident.

What happened

The incident occurred during flight operations in foggy conditions. The aircraft lost control or failed to maintain safe separation from terrain, resulting in a collision with a mountain. The crash site was located near Felidia, which is situated west of Cali.

Both occupants were killed as a result of the impact and subsequent fire or structural failure. There were no survivors reported from this specific airframe.

Findings

The primary contributing factor identified in the circumstances was the presence of dense fog, which likely severely limited visibility for the flight crew. This environmental condition made it difficult to navigate safely around mountainous terrain.

It is noted that two other similar aircraft experienced crashes at approximately the same time and under similar meteorological conditions, suggesting a potential commonality in operational challenges or weather impacts during that period.

Probable cause

Collision with terrain due to low visibility caused by foggy conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Dec 1937 Stinson SR-9 Reliant accident near Felidia, Colombia?

An aircraft crashed into a mountain near Felidia, west of Cali, while operating in foggy conditions. Both occupants on board were killed in the accident.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Dec 1937 Stinson SR-9 Reliant accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Dec 1937 involved a Stinson SR-9 Reliant, registration 104, operated by Cuban Air Force - Cuerpo de Aviación del Ejército de Cuba (1918-1952), at Felidia, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Collision with terrain due to low visibility caused by foggy conditions.