(VOVworld) – A Colombian military transport plane crashed Friday in Las Palomas, the northern province of Cesar, killing all 11 people on board.

Colombian officials say the 11 people were killed in a military plane crash caused by mechanical problems. (Photo: AFP)

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos expressed regret over the accident. He sent condolences to victims’ families. The Colombian Air Force confirmed the information saying the military plane crash caused by engine problems.