2 fatalities

Aircraft accident involving twin-engine plane near Buenos Aires (T-68)

Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, ArgentinaTakeoff (climb)

On June 26, 1957, a De Havilland DH.104 Dove (registration T-68) operated by Argentinian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Argentina was involved in an aviation accident near Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft collided with power lines during the initial climb phase after departing from Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport. 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.

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A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Río de la Plata during its initial climb following departure from Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport.

What happened

During a recent aviation accident, a twin-engine aircraft departed from the Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport. While the flight was performing its initial climb phase, the aircraft encountered power cables. This impact led to a subsequent crash into the Río de la Plata.

There were two fatalities resulting from the accident, as both members of the flight crew perished in the event. No other passengers or individuals were reported involved in the crash sequence.

Findings

The primary factor identified in the accident was that the aircraft struck power cables during the early stages of its ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft collided with power lines during the initial climb phase after departing from Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Jun 1957 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident near Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Río de la Plata during its initial climb following departure from Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Jun 1957 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Jun 1957 involved a De Havilland DH.104 Dove, registration T-68, operated by Argentinian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Argentina, at Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft collided with power lines during the initial climb phase after departing from Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport.