Aircraft crash into Río Paraguay during demonstration flight

2 fatalities • Asunción, Paraguay • Flight

An aircraft crashed into the Río Paraguay in Asunción during a flight demonstration, resulting in two fatalities and three survivors.

What happened

During a scheduled flight demonstration in Asunción, an aircraft went down into the Río Paraguay. The incident occurred while the aircraft was performing maneuvers as part of its display flight. Following the impact with the water, rescue operations were initiated to recover those on board.

As a result of the crash, two fatalities were confirmed among the crew. Three other individuals who were part of the crew were successfully pulled from the wreckage and rescued during the emergency response.

Findings

The specific technical reasons for the aircraft's descent into the river have not been detailed in the available reports regarding this particular event.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1957-08-21 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Asunción, Paraguay?

An aircraft crashed into the Río Paraguay in Asunción during a flight demonstration, resulting in two fatalities and three survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1957-08-21 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1957-08-21 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration ZP-CBB, operated by TAM Paraguay - Transporte Aéreo Militar, at Asunción, Paraguay.

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