Avro 683 Lancaster crash, Dec 5, 1965, Río Gallegos Santa...
Avro 683 Lancaster accident on December 5, 1965 near Río Gallegos Santa Cruz, Argentina with no fatalities.
- Date: December 5, 1965
- Aircraft: Avro 683 Lancaster
- Location: Río Gallegos Santa Cruz, Argentina
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
During takeoff from Rio Gallegos the Argentine Air Force Avro Lancaster B 040 crashed and came to rest in flames. Sources differ on the crew outcome: one reports that all six crew escaped uninjured, while another reports no fatalities but notes injuries. No official investigation finding was found.