What happened
On November 3, 2019, at approximately 17:40 local time, a private aircraft was conducting a non-commercial test flight departing from General Rodríguez Aerodrome in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. During the initial climb phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power. This loss of thrust caused the aircraft to descend and impact the ground near the airfield. The accident occurred under visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
The investigation
The investigation focused on the circumstances surrounding the flight's departure and the mechanical failure experienced during the ascent. Authorities examined the sequence of events leading from the takeoff at General Rodríguez Aerostation to the impact. The investigation confirmed that the aircraft was engaged in a test flight operation at the time of the occurrence. The impact resulted in significant damage to the aircraft.
Findings
- The primary cause of the accident was a loss of engine power during the initial climb.
- The accident resulted in two fatalities among the occupants on board.
- The flight was being conducted as a non-commercial test flight.
- Weather conditions at the time of the accident were within visual flight rules (VMC).