politics
March 23, 2026
8 dead and 15 seriously injured confirmed after Air Force plane crash
The air accident registered in Putumayo on Monday morning, March 23, involving a Colombian Air Force plane, has caused great shock.
TL;DR
- An Air Force plane crashed on March 23 in Puerto Leguízamo, Putumayo.
- Eight people died, and 83 were injured, with 15 in critical condition.
- The aircraft was carrying over 100 military personnel.
- The plane, 43 years old, was on a route between Puerto Leguízamo and Puerto Asís.
- Rescue efforts are ongoing in a remote jungle area.
- Additional aircraft have been deployed for evacuation and medical transport.