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Fatal Night Calibration Crash at Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella Airport (LV-JNU)

Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella (Pajas Blancas), ArgentinaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 4, 1982, a Cessna 402 (registration LV-JNU) operated by Government of the Province of Córdoba was involved in an aviation accident near Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella (Pajas Blancas), Argentina during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed about 300 meters short of runway 18 during a night calibration of the Instrument Landing System at Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella Airport, killing both occupants.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft was conducting a night calibration and inspection of the Instrument Landing System at Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella Airport. The operation was being carried out on behalf of the Directorate General of Aeronautics of the Province of Córdoba. ## Crash Details During the final approach to runway 18, the aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances approximately 300 meters short of the runway. The accident resulted in the deaths of both occupants on board. ## Operational Context The flight was part of a scheduled calibration and inspection task for the airport's Instrument Landing System. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or the cause of the crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 May 1982 Cessna 402 accident near Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella (Pajas Blancas), Argentina?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed about 300 meters short of runway 18 during a night calibration of the Instrument Landing System at Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella Airport, killing both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 May 1982 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 May 1982 involved a Cessna 402, registration LV-JNU, operated by Government of the Province of Córdoba, at Córdoba-Ambrosio Taravella (Pajas Blancas), Argentina.

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