Accident Summary
On 11 January 2026 at 20:30 UTC, a Weatherly 620B aircraft, registration LV-AXX, operated by EV SRL, was involved in an accident at Establecimiento El Palmar, Palo Santo, Formosa Province, Argentina. The aircraft was conducting an equipment calibration test prior to aerial fumigation operations. During the second pass over the field, the engine suffered a complete power loss. The pilot attempted to restart the engine by activating the auxiliary electric fuel pump and switching the fuel tank selector from left to right, adding some power, but was unable to restart. The pilot then jettisoned the load via the emergency release lever and executed a left turn to perform an emergency landing in an unprepared field. The pilot exited the aircraft unassisted and without injuries. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
Aircraft and Operator
- Aircraft Type: Weatherly 620B
- Registration: LV-AXX
- Operator: EV SRL (Private Operator)
- Flight Type: Agricultural (Specialised Operations)
- Persons on Board: 1 (Pilot)
Sequence of Events
According to the official fact-sheet, the aircraft was performing equipment calibration tests before an aerial fumigation job. On the second pass over the field, a complete loss of engine power occurred. The pilot attempted to restart the engine using the auxiliary (electric) fuel pump and switched the fuel tank selector from left to right but could not restore power. The pilot then pulled the emergency release to dump the chemical load and initiated a left turn to land in an unprepared field. After landing, the pilot exited the aircraft by their own means without injuries.
Injuries and Damage
- Injuries: None
- Fatalities: 0
- Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Weather and Conditions
- Weather: VMC (Visual Meteorological Conditions)
- Visibility: 999 meters
- Light: Daylight
Probable Cause
The probable cause remains under investigation and has not yet been determined.