Aircraft accident near Mar del Plata Airport

17 fatalities • Mar del Plata, Argentina • Takeoff (climb)

A flight departing from Mar del Plata Airport crashed during its initial climb, resulting in 17 fatalities and one survivor.

What happened

During a nighttime departure from Mar del Plata Airport, an aircraft entered an uncontrollable state less than two minutes after takeoff. While performing the initial climb phase, the plane descended and impacted the ground near Camet Park, situated in the area between the airfield and the coastline.

The wreckage was located within a distance of two kilometers from the airport. Among the occupants, there were 17 fatalities. One survivor, an eight-year-old girl, was recovered from the site with serious injuries.

Findings

Preliminary observations suggest that the accident occurred following the failure of one engine shortly after the aircraft reached rotation speed.

Probable cause

The loss of control and subsequent crash were likely triggered by an engine failure during the initial climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-12-30 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Mar del Plata, Argentina?

A flight departing from Mar del Plata Airport crashed during its initial climb, resulting in 17 fatalities and one survivor.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-12-30 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 17 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-12-30 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration LV-ACH, operated by Aerolineas Argentinas, at Mar del Plata, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of control and subsequent crash were likely triggered by an engine failure during the initial climb phase.

Loading the flight search…