Incident Overview
On May 3, 2023, at 16:00 UTC, a Cessna 152 (registration LV-CMN) experienced a loss of engine power during a general aviation training flight. The aircraft was on a round-trip itinerary from Aeropuerto Morón and was in the cruise phase at the time of the malfunction.
Engine Failure and Emergency Landing
The engine began losing power and subsequently stopped. The crew performed an emergency landing on Route 6 in General Rodríguez, Buenos Aires. The aircraft came to rest on the roadway without further incident.
Outcome
No injuries were reported among the two crew members, who were the sole occupants. The aircraft sustained no damage. The flight had a total duration of 45 minutes. Weather conditions at the time were visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
Aircraft Information
The aircraft was a Cessna 152, serial number 15280576, with a maximum takeoff weight of 0–2250 kg. It was privately owned and operated. The flight was conducted under general aviation training operations.