Norte de Santander
Satena's plane crashes in Norte de Santander with 15 dead
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A Satena plane operated by Searca crashed in the Curasica hamlet of La Playa de Belén municipality, Norte de Santander, killing 15 people including congressman Diógenes Quintero Amaya. Flight NSE 8849 was en route from Cúcuta to Ocaña and lost radar contact around 11:45 a.m. on January 28, 2026. Satena offered condolences and pledged to clarify the accident.
Colombia's Ministry of Agriculture, led by Viceminister Geidy Ortega, held a working session with rice producers from Norte de Santander to address requests and share progress on support measures. Entities including UPRA, ADR, ICA, FINAGRO, and Banco Agrario participated, along with local secretariats. Advances in programs like FAIA and direct aid were highlighted.