Overview: Cross-Border Aircraft Ownership and Crash Documentation
In early 2022, our local Paraguay investigators were hired by a U.S.-based legal team to investigate a fatal plane crash in Paraguay, which occurred on December 3, 2021, in the remote region of Boquerón. The client needed help determining who owned the aircraft, verifying whether a police report existed, and confirming if any government agency had initiated a formal aviation investigation.
With limited public access to records in Paraguay and a multilingual legal context, this case required advanced investigative coordination, aviation document retrieval, and diplomatic communication.
Investigation Scope
Primary Objectives:
- Confirm the registered owner of the aircraft involved in the crash
- Locate and authenticate any Paraguayan police or aviation reports
- Identify which agency, if any, conducted a post-crash investigation
- Secure legally admissible documentation for litigation
Challenges Addressed:
- Lack of centralized online records in Paraguay
- Language and aviation regulation differences
- Sensitive handling due to multiple fatalities
Key Findings from the Paraguay Investigation
Verified Aircraft Ownership
Privin confirmed the aircraft’s legal ownership through a combination of official Paraguayan records and supporting documents. Although the owner’s name has been withheld for privacy reasons, the investigation verified ownership through non-public aviation channels.
Airworthiness Documentation Recovered
We obtained an official airworthiness certificate issued by Paraguay’s Dirección Nacional de Aeronáutica Civil (DINAC), confirming that the aircraft had authorization to fly at the time of the crash.
Police Reports Obtained
A full set of translated reports from Comisaría 6ta. de Mariscal Estigarribia confirmed:
- The crash occurred during afternoon hours on December 3, 2021
- All three occupants were deceased at the scene
- Local forensic units responded
- The crash was visually confirmed and reported to aviation authorities
Investigation Status
While a preliminary review was conducted by DINAC and other aviation agencies, no active investigation remains open as of 2025. Privin’s reporting filled the gaps where government transparency ended.
Evidence Delivered to Client
- Validated airworthiness certificate
- Official police and forensic reports
- Photographs of crash site records
- Handwritten and typed evidence logs
- Supporting documentation for court readiness
Why This Case Study Matters
When an aviation tragedy occurs abroad, families, attorneys, and insurers often struggle to obtain reliable records. In this case, Privin Network’s international team was able to verify aircraft ownership, locate critical police records, and provide translated, court-ready documentation across jurisdictions.
Our team bridged legal, geographic, and linguistic barriers to help the client prepare for possible litigation and gain closure after a complex and emotional loss.
At Privin Network, we specialize in sensitive, cross-border investigations that require precision, discretion, and results you can act on.
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Frequently Asked Questions – International Plane Crash Investigations
Yes. While aviation authorities maintain the official registration, firms like Privin Network can confirm ownership using a combination of airworthiness documentation, local investigative contacts, and government records.
We utilized our regional field investigators and bilingual case managers to coordinate directly with law enforcement, aviation regulators (DINAC), and local authorities. All records were obtained legally and documented in their original format, then translated where necessary.
Due to the remoteness of Boquerón and the sensitive nature of the incident (multiple fatalities), direct access was limited to official authorities. However, we secured firsthand documentation from police and aviation sources, including reports from on-site investigators.
Correct. Airworthiness certificates typically confirm the operational status of the aircraft, not its legal ownership. Owner identity is maintained separately through aviation registration databases, which in Paraguay are held by DINAC.
This service is typically used by law firms involved in wrongful death claims, aviation litigation, or insurance disputes. It may also be retained by families seeking clarity or documentation surrounding a relative’s death abroad.
Yes. We provide certified documentation, translated records, and chain-of-custody verified materials suitable for legal submission in both U.S. and international courts.
That depends on the handling of the site post-incident. In some cases, wreckage is impounded or destroyed. We work to determine whether the aircraft is held by the government, a recovery contractor, or a private party, depending on the circumstances.
