SAM Colombia Flight 501 was scheduled to fly from the city of Bogotá to Medellín, Colombia, on May 19, 1993. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas MD-83, was carrying a total of 128 passengers and four crew members when it initiated its final approach to José María Córdova International Airport. As the plane descended, it encountered unexpected weather conditions, including severe turbulence and heavy rain, which complicated the landing procedure. Despite the crew's efforts to maintain control, the aircraft began to destabilize. Preliminary investigations indicated that the combination of pilot error and adverse weather conditions contributed to the loss of control, leading to the aircraft crashing into mountainous terrain just a few kilometers from the airport. The impact of the crash was devastating, resulting in the tragic loss of all 132 lives on board. In the aftermath of the accident, extensive investigations were conducted by aviation authorities to determine the causes and to implement safety measures aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future. The report raised questions about the airline's maintenance practices and pilot training protocols, highlighting areas where improvements were necessary to enhance aviation safety standards in Colombia.