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Death toll in Colombia military plane crash rises to 69

One of Colombia's worst recent air disasters claimed at least 69 lives; the government blamed a donated U.S. aircraft it called "junk".

Published Mar 24, 2026, 5:36 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Officials say the death toll from one of Colombia's worst air accidents in recent years has climbed to at least 69. The Colombian government faulted a military plane donated by the United States, describing the aircraft as "junk."