Single-engine aircraft crash during training flight at Campo de Mayo AFB

No fatalities • Campo de Mayo AFB, Argentina • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine airplane crashed while attempting to land during a local training mission at Campo de Mayo Air Force Base, resulting in injuries to the crew.

What happened

During a routine training mission conducted near Campo de Mayo Air Force Base, a single-engine airplane experienced a fatal accident during the final stages of flight. The aircraft was being operated for local instruction when it encountered difficulties while approaching the runway.

As the crew attempted to complete the landing phase, the aircraft struck the ground, resulting in a crash. The incident occurred within the vicinity of the airfield during an active training sortie.

Injuries

The impact of the crash resulted in two injuries involving the flight crew. Both the pilot and the second crew member sustained physical harm during the event, though no fatalities were reported in connection with this specific accident.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed during the landing phase of a local training flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-11-18 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident near Campo de Mayo AFB, Argentina?

A single-engine airplane crashed while attempting to land during a local training mission at Campo de Mayo Air Force Base, resulting in injuries to the crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-11-18 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-11-18 involved a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair, registration AE-218, operated by Argentinian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Argentina, at Campo de Mayo AFB, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed during the landing phase of a local training flight.

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