Fairchild SA227 crash into Rio de la Plata

2 fatalities • Montevideo, Uruguay

A cargo flight operating in Uruguay crashed into the Rio de la Plata during its initial climb.

What happened

On June 6, 2012, at approximately 2300 UTC, a Fairchild SA227 cargo aircraft, registration CX-LAS, departed from Carrasco/General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport in Montevideo, Uruguay. Shortly after takeoff during the initial climb phase, radar contact with the aircraft was lost. The aircraft subsequently crashed into the Rio de la Plata. The wreckage was not located until July 20, 2012.

There were 2 fatal injuries involving the two crew members, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jun 2012 FAIRCHILD SA-227 accident near Montevideo, Uruguay?

A cargo flight operating in Uruguay crashed into the Rio de la Plata during its initial climb.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jun 2012 FAIRCHILD SA-227 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jun 2012 involved a FAIRCHILD SA-227, operated by Aero VIP Ltda, at Montevideo, Uruguay.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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