On February 9, 2021, a Cessna 402 (registration 0221) operated by Paraguay Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Paraguaya was involved in an aviation accident near Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay during landing or approach. 7 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its final approach to Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.
What happened
During the final approach phase of flight to Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport, a twin engine aircraft impacted a parking area. The impact was followed by a post-crash fire that consumed the wreckage.
Among the occupants on board, there were seven fatalities and one person who sustained serious injuries. The incident occurred on the ground within the airport perimeter.
Findings
Following the crash into the parking location, the aircraft's structure was compromised by a subsequent fire. The investigation into the sequence of events focuses on the transition from the approach phase to the ground impact.