Fatal aircraft accident at Lobos airfield

6 fatalities • Lobos, Argentina • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing from a grassy runway in Lobos, resulting in six fatalities and two serious injuries.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred at the Lobos airfield during a scheduled skydiving operation. The single-engine aircraft had been deployed from the airfield specifically to conduct local skydiving missions.

Following the departure from a grass-surface runway, the aircraft experienced a crash. The exact sequence of events leading to the impact remains under investigation, as the specific circumstances surrounding the loss of control are currently unknown.

Impact

The accident resulted in a significant loss of life and multiple casualties among those on board. The crash caused six fatalities and left two individuals with serious injuries. The occupants of the aircraft included the crew and several skydivers involved in the mission.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-11-09 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Lobos, Argentina?

A single-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing from a grassy runway in Lobos, resulting in six fatalities and two serious injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-11-09 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-11-09 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration 0685/4-G-1, operated by Argentinian Navy - Armada Argentina, at Lobos, Argentina.

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