What happened
On November 22, 2012, an Ayres S2R agricultural aircraft, registered as TG-LAD, was performing aerial application operations in the Escuintla department of Guatemala. While operating near Finca Toliman in Tiquisate, the aircraft impacted the ground, resulting in a fatal accident. The impact caused extensive damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.
The investigation
The investigation was conducted by the Unidad de Investigación de Accidentes (UIA) of the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). The technical examination focused on the flight sequence, the aircraft's structural integrity following the impact, and the operational environment at the time of the occurrence. The investigation reviewed the aircraft's maintenance history, the pilot's credentials, and the specific maneuvers being performed during the agricultural spraying mission.
Findings
- The aircraft, an Ayres S2R with registration TG-LAD, sustained fatal injuries to the occupants.
- The accident occurred during an agricultural flight operation involving the dispersal of economic pesticides.
- The crash resulted in the complete destruction of the aircraft.
- The investigation established that the impact occurred within the operational area of Finca Toliman.