On April 11, 2023, a Cessna 411 (registration ZP-BAW) operated by Private Paraguay was involved in an aviation accident near Concepción, Paraguay during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Shortly after takeoff from Concepción-Mariscal Francisco Solano López Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a right engine fire. The pilot attempted to return but could not, and made an emergency belly landing in an open field. All five occupants sustained minor injuries; the aircraft was destroyed.
Incident Details
Shortly after departing from Concepción-Mariscal Francisco Solano López Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a fire in its right engine while climbing. The pilot attempted to return to the airport but was unable to do so, and subsequently decided to perform an emergency landing.
Emergency Landing
The aircraft executed a belly landing in an open field. It slid for several dozen meters across the ground before coming to a stop. The landing gear was not deployed, resulting in the aircraft's underside contacting the terrain.
Aftermath
All five occupants escaped with minor injuries. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair, indicating it was a total loss.