Incident Overview
On January 29, 2024, at 19:00 UTC, JetSMART flight WJ3250, an Airbus A320-232 (registration LV-HVT), operating a regular commercial service from Ezeiza International Airport (SAEZ) in Buenos Aires to Gobernador Horacio Guzmán International Airport (SASJ) in Jujuy, Argentina, experienced a hail strike while traversing a convective core during the approach phase. The aircraft was in instrument meteorological conditions under IFR flight rules. The incident resulted in minor damage to the aircraft, and no injuries were reported among the 6 crew members and 180 passengers, totaling 186 occupants. The flight had a duration of 1 hour and 53 minutes.
Aircraft Details
The aircraft was an Airbus A320-232, serial number 08574, with a maximum takeoff weight listed between 27,001 and 272,000 kilograms as per the preliminary report. It was owned and operated by JetSMART S.A. The incident was categorized under code WSTRW, indicating a weather-related event.
Investigation Status
The Junta de Seguridad en el Transporte (JST) is investigating the incident. The information in this article is based on preliminary data released by the JST and is subject to revision as the investigation advances. No probable cause has been stated in the available records.