Avianca Flight 4
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| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Date | January 15, 1966 |
| Type | Crash into terrain |
| Site | Off Cartagena, Colombia |
| Passengers | 60 |
| Crew | 4 |
| Fatalities | 56 |
| Survivors | 8 |
| Aircraft type | Douglas DC-6 |
| Operator | Avianca |
| Tail number | HK-730 |
| Flight origin | Bogotá, Colombia |
| Destination | Crespo |
Avianca Flight 4 was a flight from Bogotá, Colombia to Crespo. After takeoff, as soon as the aircraft hit 100 ft, it stalled and crashed into shallow water. After an investigation that lasted 14 months, it was determined that possible engine failure was to blame as well as poor maintenance and inadequate inspections.
