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2023-02-16: Cessna 208A Caravan (CX-MAX) — Aeromás — Berisso, Argentina

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On February 16, 2023, a Cessna 208A Caravan (registration CX-MAX) operated by Aeromás was involved in an aviation accident near Berisso, Argentina in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A cargo flight from Montevideo to Buenos Aires diverted to La Plata Airport after engine problems. On approach, the aircraft crashed near the runway, resulting in a post-crash fire that destroyed the plane. Both pilots exited uninjured.

Flight and Diversion

A cargo flight en route from Montevideo to Buenos Aires was cruising at night over the Río de la Plata when the crew encountered engine problems. The crew decided to divert to La Plata Airport, located in Buenos Aires Province.

Accident Sequence

While on approach to La Plata Airport, the crew was forced to attempt an emergency landing. The airplane impacted trees and crashed on a small road located about 5 km northeast of the threshold of runway 20. Upon impact, the aircraft burst into flames.

Aftermath

Both pilots escaped the aircraft uninjured. The airplane was totally destroyed by the post-crash fire.

Engine failure

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