Incident
On 15 February 2024 at 14:30 UTC, a Piper PA-36-6-300 aircraft, registration LV-BSU, was conducting an agricultural flight near Villa Eloísa, Santa Fe, Argentina. During the flight, the airplane struck an electrical power line cable, which affected control of the aircraft. Subsequently, the aircraft impacted terrain. The pilot exited the aircraft by her own means. The aircraft caught fire and was destroyed.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft, manufactured by Piper, was a single-engine airplane model PA-36-6-300, with serial number AR-3677600-60. It was privately owned and operated. The flight originated and was destined for the private airfield El Gaucho (code EGO), with a total flight duration of approximately one hour. The operation was classified as aerial work (agricultural). Meteorological conditions were visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
Location and Coordinates
The accident occurred in a rural area of Villa Eloísa, Santa Fe province, at coordinates 32° 53' 53" S, 61° 33' 20" W. The event type was categorized as a controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) involving a power line.
Injuries and Damage
The sole occupant, the pilot, reported no injuries. No other persons were involved. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and was consumed by fire.
Investigation
The Junta de Seguridad en el Transporte (JST) has collected preliminary data and is conducting an investigation. The probable cause has not yet been stated in the initial report.