Aircraft accident during approach to Asunción

No fatalities • Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a crash while approaching Silvio Pettirossi International Airport under undetermined circumstances.

What happened

During an approach to the Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi Airport, an aircraft was involved in an accident that resulted in significant damage. The event occurred while the plane was transitioning into its final landing phase. While the specific sequence of events leading to the impact remains unconfirmed, the aircraft sustained damage so severe that it was declared a total loss.

Findings

  • The incident resulted in two injuries among the flight crew.
  • Both pilots sustained minor injuries during the event.
  • The exact cause of the crash is currently categorized as unknown circumstances.
  • The aircraft was deemed beyond repair following the impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-03-23 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident near Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay?

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a crash while approaching Silvio Pettirossi International Airport under undetermined circumstances.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-03-23 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-03-23 involved a Lockheed 18 LodeStar, registration N850M, operated by Cim Associates, at Asunción-Silvio Pettirossi, Paraguay.

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