Accident Overview
On 14 November 2025 at 15:10 UTC, a RANS S6 ES aircraft, registration LV-X242, sustained substantial damage during a taxi phase accident at Venado Tuerto Aerodrome, Santa Fe Province, Argentina. The flight was a non-commercial relocation operation under non-scheduled planning. The pilot reported no injuries, and no third-party damage occurred.
Sequence of Events
During taxi, the aircraft experienced a loss of control on the ground. The pilot attempted to correct the attitude by applying engine power, causing the aircraft to lift off. Subsequently, the left landing gear wheel impacted the ground and broke. The propeller then contacted the surface, leading to an abrupt engine stop.
Aircraft and Damage
The aircraft (manufacturer RANS, model S6 ES, serial number 001, year 1999) had a maximum takeoff mass of 465 kg. It was equipped with a Bombardier Rotax reciprocating engine (serial 5235869) and a Société Duc (Flash) propeller (serial DMFSH-3-C). The airframe sustained substantial damage. The ELT was not carried. Pilot restraint (upper body) was used.
Pilot Information
The pilot-in-command, a 47-year-old male, held a private pilot license and glider pilot license issued by the State of Registry. He had no required rating. His total flight hours and time on type were not specified in the report.
Meteorological Conditions
Visual meteorological conditions (VMC) prevailed at the time of the accident. It was daylight. Surface wind information was not provided, but the investigation factor suggests crosswind conditions contributed to the loss of control.
Investigation
The preliminary report classifies the event as an accident due to loss of control on the ground (LOC-G). The identified descriptive factor is meteorological information: weather conditions and surface wind speed, with the justification that the aircraft likely experienced loss of control due to crosswind.
Probable Cause
The aircraft experienced loss of control on the ground due to crosswind.