Aircraft excursion at Rancho Rosavilla, Paraguay

No fatalities • Rancho Rosavilla, Paraguay • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine airplane veered off a dirt runway during landing in northwest Paraguay, resulting in injuries to all seven people on board.

What happened

A flight originating from Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport was en route to a private landing strip located at Rancho Rosavilla in northwest Paraguay. The aircraft, a single-engine airplane, was carrying a total of seven people, including two pilots and five passengers.

Upon reaching the destination, the aircraft touched down on a dirt runway. During the landing sequence, the plane drifted from the prepared surface and moved into nearby vegetation, eventually coming to a stop against several trees. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • All seven occupants of the aircraft sustained injuries during the excursion.
  • The primary factor in the accident was the aircraft veering off the runway after touchdown.

Probable cause

The aircraft departed the dirt runway surface during the landing phase and collided with trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2023-11-15 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near Rancho Rosavilla, Paraguay?

A single-engine airplane veered off a dirt runway during landing in northwest Paraguay, resulting in injuries to all seven people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2023-11-15 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2023-11-15 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration N867UT, operated by TVPX Aircraft Solutions Inc., at Rancho Rosavilla, Paraguay.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft departed the dirt runway surface during the landing phase and collided with trees.

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