Cirrus SR-22 crash near Jacarepagua Airport

4 fatalities • Rio de Janiero, Brazil

A Cirrus Design Corporation SR-22 crashed into a building and exploded shortly after takeoff in Rio de Janeiro, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

On March 2, 2008, at 1443 UTC, a Cirrus Design Corporation SR-22, registered as PR-AIO, crashed near Jacarepagua Airport (SBJT) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The aircraft was departing from runway 20 under visual meteorological conditions (VMC) when the engine lost power.

Following the loss of power, the aircraft struck a building, which resulted in an explosion. The flight, operated by CISA Traitings S.A., resulted in 4 fatal injuries, involving the pilot and three passengers.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Mar 2008 Cirrus Design Corporation SR-22 accident near Rio de Janiero, Brazil?

A Cirrus Design Corporation SR-22 crashed into a building and exploded shortly after takeoff in Rio de Janeiro, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Mar 2008 Cirrus Design Corporation SR-22 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Mar 2008 involved a Cirrus Design Corporation SR-22, operated by CISA Traitings S.A., at Rio de Janiero, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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