On November 7, 1968, a Cessna 411 (registration LV-ISW) operated by Government of the Province of Entre Ríos was involved in an aviation accident near Maquinista Savio, Argentina during landing or approach. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft went out of control during its descent to the airport. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane crashed during its descent into Buenos Aires, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.
What happened
During an approach to Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft descended uncontrollably and struck the ground near the Maquinista Savio train station. The impact was followed by a massive explosion that resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.
There were six fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board the aircraft perished during the crash.
Findings
No specific technical cause for the loss of control has been officially documented in the available reports, though the descent phase was the period in which the flight became unmanageable.
Probable cause
The aircraft went out of control during its descent to the airport.
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