2 fatalities

1989-10-06: Morane-Saulnier M.S.760 Paris (E-211) — Argentinian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Argentina — Las Perdices, Argentina

Las Perdices, ArgentinaFlight

On October 6, 1989, a Morane-Saulnier M.S.760 Paris (registration E-211) operated by Argentinian Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Argentina was involved in an aviation accident near Las Perdices, Argentina in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered severe weather conditions which led to a loss of control. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A military training mission ended in a fatal crash in a field near Las Perdices after the aircraft encountered severe weather.

What happened

A training mission departing from Córdoba AFB resulted in a fatal aviation accident. While performing the flight, the crew encountered heavy storm conditions. During this period of inclement weather, the pilot lost control of the aircraft.

The aircraft subsequently crashed into a field located in Las Perdices. There were two fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft, which included both members of the flight crew.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the encounter with stormy weather during the mission.
  • The loss of control occurred as a direct result of the atmospheric conditions encountered en route.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered severe weather conditions which led to a loss of control.