Accident
On a flight departing from Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport, the crew reported an engine failure shortly after takeoff. Air traffic control cleared the aircraft to return for an emergency landing. The pilot-in-command initiated a turn to intercept the approach path. During this maneuver, the airplane stalled and subsequently crashed onto residential houses in the district of Lambaré, approximately 12 kilometers southwest of the airport.
Occupants and Injuries
All occupants on board sustained injuries. One pilot was killed in the accident. There were no casualties on the ground.
Investigation
The investigation focused on the reported engine failure. The official findings determined that the engine failed for undetermined reasons. No further details regarding the cause of the failure or the stall were provided in the source material.
Probable Cause
The probable cause of the accident was an engine failure for undetermined reasons.