Incident Overview
On 7 September 2022, a Cessna 152, registration LV-CGD, was involved in an incident at Aeródromo de Morón, Buenos Aires, Argentina. The aircraft was conducting a solo instructional flight. During the taxi phase for takeoff, a short circuit occurred, generating smoke in the cockpit. The student pilot stopped the engine and exited the aircraft by his own means.
Flight Details
The flight was a private operation under general aviation training. The origin and destination were both Aeródromo de Morón. The flight duration was 10 minutes. The phase of flight was taxi (rodaje). The meteorological conditions were visual (VMC) at both departure and destination airports (SADM).
Aircraft Information
- Make: Cessna
- Model: 152
- Serial Number: 15282616
- Registration: LV-CGD
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 0–2250 kg
- Damage: None
Injuries and Occupants
There was one crew member (student pilot) aboard, who reported no injuries. No passengers were onboard. The report lists zero fatal, serious, or minor injuries for all parties.
Investigation Outcome
The Dirección Nacional de Seguridad Operacional reviewed the incident. Citing the circumstances and the conditions of the aircraft afterward, and following MAPRIAAC (5th Edition) Chapter 6, point 6.8 “Incidentes,” the authority decided not to continue the investigation, as the expected lessons were not considered impactful for improving state operational safety. The case file was transferred for archiving.
Sequence of Events
During taxi, a short circuit produced smoke in the cockpit. The student pilot responded by stopping the engine and then exiting the aircraft under his own power. No fire or impact occurred.