4 fatalities

8 Feb 2013: CESSNA 172 A — Centro Universitario de Aviacion — La Matanza, Argentina

La Matanza, Argentina

On 8 Feb 2013, a CESSNA 172 A operated by Centro Universitario de Aviacion was involved in an aviation accident near La Matanza, Argentina. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On February 8, 2013, a Cessna 172 (LV-GEU) impacted terrain while maneuvering at about 500 feet near Matanza Airport, Argentina. The pilot and three passengers were fatally injured.

Introduction

On February 8, 2013, at 2250 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), a Cessna 172, Argentine registration LV-GEU, impacted terrain while maneuvering at an altitude of approximately 500 feet in the vicinity of Matanza Airport (SADZ), La Matanza, Argentina. The local flight was operated by Centro Universitario de Aviación.

Accident Details

The aircraft was engaged in a local flight when it struck terrain during maneuvering. The pilot and three passengers were fatally injured. The accident occurred near Matanza Airport in La Matanza, Argentina.

Investigation

The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Argentina. Further information can be obtained from the Junta de Investigación de Accidentes de Aviación Civil, Buenos Aires, Argentina.