politics
March 25, 2026
What is failing? There have already been 12 air accidents in the Public Force and more than 80 deaths in less than four years
Following the recent air accident involving an Aerospace Force Hercules plane in Putumayo, which was carrying 128 Public Force uniformed personnel, 69 of whom lost their lives, questions arise about what is happening in terms of air safety.
TL;DR
- At least 12 accidents involving official aircraft have been reported since August 2022, with over 80 fatalities.
- Helicopters of the Public Force have been involved in the majority of accidents over the last 43 months.
- A recent Hercules plane crash in Putumayo resulted in 69 deaths out of 128 personnel.
- Experts cite a lack of aircraft maintenance, stemming from budgetary constraints, as a primary cause of accidents.
- Despite assigned funds for air capabilities, concerns exist about the execution of these resources.