What happened
On March 2, 2024, at approximately 10:30 UTC, a Piper PA-25-180 aircraft, registered as LV-HFH, was engaged in agricultural spraying operations near Villa Ana, Santa Fe. The aircraft departed from the private Lanteri aerodrome for a local mission. While performing a low-altitude turn, the pilot lost control of the aircraft, causing it to impact the ground in a rural area.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the flight path and the execution of maneuvers during the agricultural mission. The aircraft was operating under Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) at the time of the accident. Following the impact, medical personnel arrived at the scene and rescued the pilot. The aircraft sustained significant damage during the crash.
Findings
- The accident occurred during the execution of a low-altitude turn.
- The pilot sustained one serious injury during the event.
- The aircraft was performing aerial work (agricultural spraying) at the time of the loss of control.