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Investigators attributed the accident not only to pilot error but also to a broader systemic failure within Aerosucre and the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority. The findings categorically highlighted a lack of oversight surrounding the aircraft operations at unapproved airports, compounded by the airline's failure to implement necessary updates to flight manuals and operating procedures.
Consequences and Lessons
The recommendations issued following the investigation revolved around enforcing compliance with existing regulations—an unsettling indication of the lax safety culture within Aerosucre. There exists a general consensus that allowing frequent operational breaches, no matter how small, prepares the ground for potentially disastrous results.