Fatal aircraft accident near Bogotá-El Dorado Airport

20 fatalities • Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia • Takeoff (climb)

A four-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departure from Bogotá, resulting in the loss of all 20 people on board.

What happened

On the date of the incident, a four-engine airplane departed from Bogotá-El Dorado Airport. Approximately four minutes into the flight, while the aircraft was in its climbing phase, an explosion occurred. Following this event, the plane descended and crashed into a field situated roughly 20 km away from the airport.

There were 20 fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board perished. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft.

Findings

Reports indicate that an unidentified explosion took place during the climb. This event was the primary factor leading to the subsequent crash of the aircraft.

Probable cause

An unidentified explosion occurred during the climbing phase of flight, leading to the loss of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-01-21 Vickers Viscount accident near Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia?

A four-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departure from Bogotá, resulting in the loss of all 20 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-01-21 Vickers Viscount accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 20 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-01-21 involved a Vickers Viscount, registration HK-1347, operated by Lineas Aéreas La Urraca, at Bogotá-El Dorado, Colombia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An unidentified explosion occurred during the climbing phase of flight, leading to the loss of the aircraft.

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