What happened
During flight, a Dove collided with a Junkers JU52, identified by registration T-159, as the latter was maneuvering for an approach to Rosario Airport. The impact caused the Dove to lose a wing, leading to its crash in a field situated approximately eight kilometers south of Villa Mugueta.
Following the collision, the crew of the Junkers JU52 attempted to perform an emergency landing. However, the three-engine aircraft ultimately crashed and caught fire. The accident resulted in 20 fatalities, accounting for every occupant aboard both participating aircraft.
Findings
The specific circumstances surrounding the mid-air collision remain undetermined.