Aircraft crash near Temuco-La Araucanía Airport

No fatalities • Freire, Chile • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed in an agricultural area south of Temuco-La Araucanía Airport following a loss of control after takeoff.

What happened

Following departure from Temuco-La Araucanía Airport, the aircraft experienced an unforeseen event that led to a loss of control. The plane subsequently descended into an agricultural field situated to the south of the airfield. Upon impact, the aircraft caught fire, resulting in the total destruction of the airframe.

All four people on board were successfully retrieved from the wreckage. Among the occupants, the pilot sustained injuries, while the remaining three passengers were unharmed.

Findings

  • The aircraft was involved in a loss of control during the initial climb phase.
  • A post-crash fire caused the complete destruction of the aircraft.

Probable cause

The pilot encountered an unexpected situation shortly after takeoff which resulted in a loss of control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2025-01-20 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Freire, Chile?

An aircraft crashed in an agricultural area south of Temuco-La Araucanía Airport following a loss of control after takeoff.

Were there any fatalities in the 2025-01-20 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2025-01-20 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration CC-PEC, operated by Victor Manuel Villagra Cuevas, at Freire, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot encountered an unexpected situation shortly after takeoff which resulted in a loss of control.

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