No fatalities

1999-08-02: Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (GN-808) — National Argentinian Police — Malargüe, Argentina

Malargüe, ArgentinaLanding (descent or approach)

On August 2, 1999, a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (registration GN-808) operated by National Argentinian Police was involved in an aviation accident near Malargüe, Argentina during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781204220Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage following an accident during its landing phase at Malargüe Airport, resulting in multiple injuries.

What happened

During an approach to Malargüe Airport, a single-engine aircraft was involved in an accident while attempting to land. The sequence of events leading to the impact remains undetermined, as the specific circumstances surrounding the descent and touchdown are not yet known. Upon contact with the ground, the aircraft suffered significant structural damage, resulting in the total destruction of the airframe.

There were three people on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. Following the impact, all three occupants sustained serious injuries. Emergency responders attended the scene to provide medical assistance to the crew and passengers.

Findings

The exact cause of the crash has not been established, as the circumstances of the flight prior to the landing phase remain unknown.