What happened
On May 14, 2021, at approximately 21:20 UTC, a Bristell Classic, registration LV-S074, was conducting a general aviation training flight at San Fernando International Airport in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Following a successful landing, the aircraft was taxiing when the pilot experienced a puncture in the right main landing gear tire. The incident caused the aircraft to come to a stop at the intersection of the runway and taxiway B.
The investigation
The Argentine Transportation Safety Board (JST) conducted a technical review of the event. Investigators examined the aircraft's condition following the occurrence and the circumstances surrounding the taxiing phase. The investigation focused on the mechanical nature of the tire failure and whether the event posed any broader risk to flight operations at the aerodrome.
Findings
- The aircraft was engaged in a training operation at the time of the incident.
- The damage was localized to the right main gear tire.
- The occurrence resulted in no injuries to the pilot or any occupants.
- The investigation concluded that the event did not represent a threat to operational safety.