Aircraft accident near Los Chorrillos, Tierra del Fuego

2 fatalities • Los Chorrilos, Argentina • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed shortly after departing from a terrain in Los Chorrillos, resulting in two fatalities and three injuries.

What happened

Shortly after departing from a landing site located in the Los Chorrillos area, approximately 60 kilometers northwest of Río Grande in Tierra del Fuego, an aircraft went down. The accident occurred during the initial phase of flight following takeoff.

The crash resulted in two fatalities and left three injured individuals among the total occupants on board. There were no survivors among the crew members involved in the incident.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash remain unidentified, as the cause of the impact has not yet been determined by investigators.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident is currently unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1978-01-20 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Los Chorrilos, Argentina?

An aircraft crashed shortly after departing from a terrain in Los Chorrillos, resulting in two fatalities and three injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1978-01-20 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1978-01-20 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration 0674/6-G-1, operated by Argentinian Navy - Armada Argentina, at Los Chorrilos, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident is currently unknown.

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