A Colombian military plane has crashed, killing all 11 people on board, as mentioned by the nation’s air force.
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The twin-engined CN235 transport plane came down in a rural area near the town of Codazzi, in Cesar province, having reported engine difficulties.
Colombian media reported (in Spanish) that local residents said the plane had been struck by lightning.
The crash on Friday of a Colombian airforce plane has killed 11 people officials said, blaming the accident on mechanical problems.
“My heart is heavy with pain for the loss of these heroes who in fulfillment of their constitutional mandate have now flown much higher to join the heavenly squadron alongside the almighty”, Bueno said in brief remarks. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and non-commercial use.
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