Incident Overview
On 19 May 2022, at 15:45 UTC, a Cessna C152 aircraft, registration LV-BRI, experienced a loss of engine power during the cruise phase of flight. The incident occurred in a rural area near Marcos Paz, Buenos Aires province, Argentina. The aircraft was operating a general aviation instructional flight, with two occupants on board—both uninjured. The flight had departed from Aeropuerto Morón and was destined to return to the same airport, with a total flight duration of 0:40 hours.
Sequence of Events
During cruise, the engine lost power. Unable to maintain the flight path, the pilot decided to perform a precautionary landing in an unprepared field. The aircraft sustained no damage, and no injuries were reported among the two occupants.
Investigation Outcome
The incident was investigated by the Argentine aviation safety authority. Based on the circumstances and the condition of the aircraft after the event, and in accordance with the procedures established in MAPRIAAC (5th Edition) Chapter 6, point 6.8 "Incidents," the investigation was discontinued. The decision was made because the lessons expected from the investigation were not deemed impactful for improving the state's operational safety. The case was transferred for archiving.
Aircraft Information
- Type: Cessna C152
- Registration: LV-BRI
- Serial Number: 152-80109
- Category: Airplane, 0–2250 kg
- Owner/Operator: Private
- Damage: None
Meteorological and Operational Details
- Weather: Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC)
- METAR Codes: SADM (both departure and destination)
- Flight Phase: Cruise
- Operation Type: General Aviation – Instruction
Injuries
| Category | Crew | Passengers | Others | Total | |----------|------|------------|--------|-------| | Fatal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Serious | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Minor | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | None | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | | Total| 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |