Transportes Aéreos del Caribe - TAC Colombia
Safety profile and incident history for Transportes Aéreos del Caribe - TAC Colombia.
Safety Score
4/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
70
Recent Incidents
December 21, 1980 70 Fatalities
Sud-Aviation SE-210 Caravelle
Riohacha La Guajira
The aircraft departed Riohacha-Almirante Padilla Airport at 1418LT on a flight to Medellín. After takeoff, while climbing, the pilot contacted ATC and reported technical problems as well as an explosion on board. The airplane entered an uncontrolled descent and crashed in a stonepit locate few km from the airport. The aircraft disintegrated on impact and all 70 occupants were killed.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
Colombia
Risk Level
Elevated Risk
Common Aircraft in Incidents
Sud-Aviation SE-210 Caravelle1