6 fatalities

Aircraft Crash in a Prairie Near Baradero (LV-ISX)

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On December 11, 1979, a Cessna 411 (registration LV-ISX) operated by Private Argentina was involved in an aviation accident near Baradero, Argentina in flight. 6 people were killed. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in a prairie near Baradero after the pilot attempted an emergency landing due to worsening weather conditions. The impact destroyed the plane, killing all six occupants.

Incident Overview and Weather Conditions During cruising flight, the aircraft encountered deteriorating weather conditions characterized by heavy rainfall. In response to the adverse conditions, the pilot initiated a descent to attempt an emergency landing. The aircraft subsequently crashed in a prairie located near Baradero. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. All six occupants on board were killed in the accident. The source notes that photographs of the crash site are available at a specific blog URL, though the URL itself is not included in this factual summary.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Dec 1979 Cessna 411 accident near Baradero, Argentina?

An aircraft crashed in a prairie near Baradero after the pilot attempted an emergency landing due to worsening weather conditions. The impact destroyed the plane, killing all six occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Dec 1979 Cessna 411 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Dec 1979 involved a Cessna 411, registration LV-ISX, operated by Private Argentina, at Baradero, Argentina.