On paper, they had about US $16k [$16,000 United States Dollars]. Anyway if it's true, perhaps it helps add another explanation to this shared denial & risk-taking?
Does anyone here know any of the following?:
1) How much would it cost to refuel this aircraft, assuming virtually empty tanks, in that region?
2) Had LaMia been put on C.O.D. (Cash On Delivery) by its vendors and suppliers?
3) Did LaMia have any credit facilities or were they traveling with cash to pay for fuel?
4) What would be the landing fees and related costs to land in Medellin, and for a fuel stop in Bogota or some other airport?