AVESCA - Aerovias Especiales de Carga

Safety profile and incident history for AVESCA - Aerovias Especiales de Carga.

Safety Score

8.9/10

Total Incidents

1

Total Fatalities

11

Recent Incidents

September 19, 1992 11 Fatalities

Curtiss C-46 Commando

Villavicencio Meta

After takeoff from Villavicencio-La Vanguardia Airport, while climbing, the pilot declared an emergency after one of the engine failed. He was cleared to return to the airport and completed a circuit. On final, the airplane stalled and crashed few hundred metres short of runway. Eight passengers were seriously injured and 11 other occupants, among them both pilots, were killed.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Colombia

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Curtiss C-46 Commando1