Fatal aircraft accident near Asunción Airport

6 fatalities • Asunción, Paraguay • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed in Campo Grande shortly after departing Asunción Airport, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

What happened

During a flight destined for the Chaco province, an aircraft experienced a fatal accident during its initial climb. The event occurred shortly after the plane departed from runway 20 at Asunción Airport. While ascending, the aircraft entered a stall and subsequently crashed in the vicinity of Campo Grande, located south of the airfield.

There were six fatalities recorded in the accident, with no survivors among the occupants. At the time of the incident, several different aircraft types were being operated by LATN, including the Beech C-45, Consolidated Fleet, Caproni Ca-309, Breda Ba.44, Beech AT-7, Travel Air 6000, and the Noorduyn Norseman. However, the specific model involved in this crash has not been confirmed.

Findings

The aircraft underwent an aerodynamic stall during the early stages of flight, which led to the impact in the field.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1949-11-09 Stinson SR-10 Reliant accident near Asunción, Paraguay?

An aircraft crashed in Campo Grande shortly after departing Asunción Airport, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1949-11-09 Stinson SR-10 Reliant accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1949-11-09 involved a Stinson SR-10 Reliant, registration ZP-CA?, operated by Lineas Aéreas de Transporte Nacional - LATN, at Asunción, Paraguay.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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