A PZL M-18 aircraft, commonly referred to as a "dromedary" or crop duster, crashed Thursday morning near the village of Peralejo in the municipality of La Sierpe, located in the province of Sancti Spíritus.
The accident occurred while the aircraft was performing a routine fumigation of rice fields. Ernesto Cuéllar, director of the ENSA Sancti Spíritus Base Business Unit, confirmed the incident to the official newspaper Escambray.
Dr. Eduardo Contreras Lara, director of the Regional Base No. 10 of the Integrated Medical Emergency System of Sancti Spíritus, reported that the pilot, Armando Leyva Sosa, 57, suffered a minor head trauma and a drop in blood pressure.
Currently, Leyva Sosa is being transported to the provincial hospital for a more thorough examination. According to the source, his life is not in danger.
Details on the Crop Duster Crash in Sancti Spíritus
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the recent aircraft accident in Sancti Spíritus.
What type of aircraft was involved in the crash?
The aircraft involved in the crash was a PZL M-18, commonly known as a "dromedary" or crop duster.
Where did the accident take place?
The accident occurred near the village of Peralejo in the municipality of La Sierpe, in the province of Sancti Spíritus.
What was the pilot's condition after the crash?
The pilot, Armando Leyva Sosa, suffered a minor head trauma and a drop in blood pressure but is currently not in danger.