Incident Overview
On March 23, 2021, at 19:05 UTC, a Vans RV-9A aircraft, registration LV-X641, was involved in a runway excursion incident at Aeropuerto Libertador General D. J. San Martín in Posadas, Misiones, Argentina. The incident occurred during the landing roll when the left main landing gear tire punctured, causing the aircraft to veer off the runway. The airplane came to rest on the safety strip adjacent to the runway.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft, a Vans RV-9A (serial number not specified), was privately owned and operated. It was engaged in a general aviation training flight from Aeroclub Rafaela to Aeropuerto Posadas, with a flight duration of one hour. On board were the pilot and one passenger. Both occupants were uninjured. The aircraft sustained minor damage.
Aftermath
Following the tire puncture and runway excursion, the aircraft was found stopped on the safety strip. The pilot and passenger were reported as unharmed. The aircraft's damage was assessed as light.
Investigation
The incident was investigated by Argentine aviation authorities under case number 26301118/21. It was classified as a serious incident. The investigation determined that the circumstances and the conditions of the aircraft after the event met the criteria for a "simple incident" as per MAPRIAAC Chapter 5, point 5.2.7. Consequently, the National Directorate decided not to continue the investigation, as the expected lessons were not considered impactful for improving operational safety in the state. The case was closed and transferred for archiving on April 28, 2022.