What happened
During an approach to Rosario, a Junkers JU51 collided with an Argentinian Air Force DH.104 Dove, registration T-62. The collision took place under circumstances that remain unclear. Following the impact, the DH.104 Dove, which was carrying seven crew members, suffered a structural failure when it lost a wing. This caused the aircraft to crash into a field situated approximately eight kilometers south of Villa Mugueta.
The pilot of the Junkers JU51 attempted to perform an emergency landing following the encounter; however, the three-engine aircraft ultimately crashed and caught fire. The accident resulted in 20 fatalities, accounting for every occupant aboard both participating aircraft.
Findings
Specific details regarding the exact cause of the mid-air collision have not been established, as the initial impact occurred under unclear circumstances.