Aircraft crash landing near La Fortuna

No fatalities • Buenos Aires, Argentina • Landing (descent or approach)

An unauthorized flight ended in a crash landing on a wasteland in the Buenos Aires suburb of La Fortuna, resulting in an aircraft written off.

What happened

During a nighttime operation, an aircraft was involved in a crash landing within a wasteland area situated in La Fortuna, located in the outskirts of Buenos Aires. The flight was reportedly being conducted without proper legal authorization. Upon impact, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair.

At the time of the incident, the crew was attempting to land at the site. While the wreckage of the plane is confirmed, the current status and fate of the crew members remain unconfirmed following the event.

Findings

  • The flight was being conducted as an illegal flight to Buenos Aires.
  • The incident occurred during the night phase of flight.

Probable cause

The crash occurred during an unauthorized nighttime landing attempt in a wasteland area.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1964-04-07 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Buenos Aires, Argentina?

An unauthorized flight ended in a crash landing on a wasteland in the Buenos Aires suburb of La Fortuna, resulting in an aircraft written off.

Were there any fatalities in the 1964-04-07 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1964-04-07 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration PT-BVG, operated by Private Brazil, at Buenos Aires, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crash occurred during an unauthorized nighttime landing attempt in a wasteland area.

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