Runway excursion of charter aircraft at Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport

No fatalities • Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina • Landing (descent or approach)

A charter flight traveling from Rosario to Buenos Aires veered off the runway during a night approach in severe weather, resulting in significant aircraft damage.

What happened

On a night-time charter flight from Rosario-Islas Malvinas Airport to Buenos Aires, an aircraft carrying two crew members and two passengers experienced a runway excursion. During the approach to Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbury Airport, the flight encountered adverse meteorological conditions, including heavy rainfall, strong winds, and thunderstorm activity.

The aircraft touched down approximately 200 metres beyond the threshold of runway 13. Following the landing, the crew attempted to execute braking procedures. After traveling roughly 500 metres along the runway, the aircraft drifted to the left and exited the paved surface. The movement continued onto a grassy area where the aircraft rolled, subsequently striking a concrete taxiway. This impact caused the separation of both main landing gear. The aircraft eventually stopped 860 metres from the runway threshold. While the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair, all four occupants managed to evacuate the wreckage without injury.

Findings

  • The aircraft encountered severe weather conditions including thunderstorms and heavy rain during the approach.
  • The landing occurred significantly past the runway threshold.
  • The excursion was characterized by a lateral deviation from the runway centerline leading to a loss of control on the ground.

Probable cause

Severe weather conditions including thunderstorms and heavy rain contributed to the aircraft's excursion from the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2019-03-07 Learjet 35 accident near Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina?

A charter flight traveling from Rosario to Buenos Aires veered off the runway during a night approach in severe weather, resulting in significant aircraft damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2019-03-07 Learjet 35 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2019-03-07 involved a Learjet 35, registration LV-BNR, operated by Baires Fly, at Buenos Aires-Aeroparque-Jorge Newbery, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Severe weather conditions including thunderstorms and heavy rain contributed to the aircraft's excursion from the runway.

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