Accident Overview
On 11 March 2026 at 13:00 local time, a Cessna A188 B agricultural aircraft, registration LV-LLJ, was destroyed during maneuvering flight at Establecimiento rural Los Laureles, General Villegas, Buenos Aires province, Argentina. The location was a level, flat grass surface at an elevation of 110 feet, more than 10 km from any aerodrome. The aircraft was operating under visual meteorological conditions (VMC) in daylight.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
The aircraft, manufactured in 1974 (serial number 188-0020), was powered by a Continental IO-520 engine and equipped with a Hartzell propeller. It was owned and operated by a private owner as a non-scheduled agricultural aerial work operation. The pilot, a 34-year-old male holding a private pilot license issued in Argentina, was the sole occupant.
Injuries and Damage
The aircraft was completely destroyed. The pilot sustained serious injuries from the impact. No injuries were reported on the surface.
Operational Factors
The flight originated from and was destined to an establishment in Tres Algarrobos, with a duration of approximately one hour. The accident occurred during the manoeuvring phase of flight. Descriptive factors listed in the preliminary report include aircraft operations, flight crew perception/judgment, and perception obstacles. The event involved low altitude operations and post-impact fire/smoke.
The investigation is ongoing.