Accident Overview
On 19 August 2024 at 16:20 UTC, an Air Tractor AT-802A (registration LV-CGS) was conducting a firefighting flight near Cerro Velasco, approximately 20 km southwest of La Rioja city, La Rioja province, Argentina. The aircraft impacted mountainous terrain at coordinates 29°34'22"S 067°01'23"W during the maneuvering phase of flight.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft, an Air Tractor AT-802A (serial number 802A-0374), was privately owned and operated. The flight departed from and was destined for Aeródromo Capitán Vicente Almonacid (SANL), with a total flight duration of 15 minutes. The operation was classified as aerial work for firefighting.
Injuries
The sole crew member on board sustained fatal injuries. No other injuries were reported.
Investigation
The Junta de Seguridad en el Transporte (JST) is investigating the accident. This report is based on preliminary data and may be updated as the investigation progresses.