Engine failure and forced landing of Piper PA28R in Rio Verde, Brazil

No fatalities • Rio Verde, Brazil

A Piper PA-28-200R experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff, resulting in a forced landing on a road.

What happened

On January 10, 2009, at approximately 1130 UTC, a Piper PA-2_8-200R, registered as PT-NEE, was operating under the control of a private operator. Following takeoff from General Leite De Castro Airport in Rio Verde, Goiás, Brazil, the aircraft experienced an engine failure. The pilot subsequently performed a forced landing on a road.

There were no injuries to the pilot or the single passenger on board. The aircraft sustained minor damage during the event.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Jan 2009 PIPER PA28R 200 accident near Rio Verde, Brazil?

A Piper PA-28-200R experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff, resulting in a forced landing on a road.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Jan 2009 PIPER PA28R 200 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Jan 2009 involved a PIPER PA28R 200, operated by Orlando Rezende Da Rocha, at Rio Verde, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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