Fatal aircraft accident at Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport

7 fatalities • Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay • Landing (descent or approach)

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.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2021-02-09 Cessna 402 accident near Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its final approach to Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2021-02-09 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2021-02-09 involved a Cessna 402, registration 0221, operated by Paraguay Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Paraguaya, at Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay.

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