2 fatalities

Aircraft crash following takeoff at La Rioja-Capitán Vicente Almandos Amonacid Airport (LV-JOD)

La Rioja-Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid, ArgentinaTakeoff (climb)

On March 15, 1989, a Cessna 402 (registration LV-JOD) operated by Private Argentina was involved in an aviation accident near La Rioja-Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid, Argentina during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase immediately after takeoff. 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 twin-engine aircraft crashed near the runway end during its initial climb after departing from La Rioja, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During a recent flight departing from La Rioja-Capitán Vicente Almandos Amonacid Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced a catastrophic loss of lift shortly after departure. While the aircraft was performing its initial climb phase, it entered a stall condition that led to a crash in the vicinity of the runway end.

The accident resulted in two fatalities, involving both members of the flight crew. Among the passengers on board, there were five injuries reported following the impact.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the primary factor leading to the accident was that the aircraft stalled during the early stages of its ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase immediately after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Mar 1989 Cessna 402 accident near La Rioja-Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid, Argentina?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed near the runway end during its initial climb after departing from La Rioja, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Mar 1989 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Mar 1989 involved a Cessna 402, registration LV-JOD, operated by Private Argentina, at La Rioja-Capitán Vicente Almandos Almonacid, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase immediately after takeoff.