The captain of Flight 670 executed this tactic in an effort to avoid an intense cold front by flying under it.

The captain ultimately flew the aircraft into the worsening storm at its most active part, and proceeded to climb sharply.

At a height of 8,202 ft (2,500 m), the aircraft's left wing failed, followed quickly by the tail section as it dove uncontrollably towards the ground.

At 4.45 pm, Flight 670 crashed 25 kilometres (16 miles) Southeast of San Carlos de Bolívar at a descent angle of 35 degrees and a 25-degree left bank while going over 400 km/h (248 mph).

An investigation of the accident revealed that the aircraft disintegrated in flight due to the breaking off of the left wing and tail section following the stresses the aircraft received from severe turbulence in the harsh weather conditions.