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3 Jul 2009: PIPER PA-34-200T — Heringer Taxi Aereo LTDA — Imperatrize, Maranhao, Brazil

Imperatrize, Maranhao, Brazil

On 3 Jul 2009, a PIPER PA-34-200T operated by Heringer Taxi Aereo LTDA was involved in an aviation accident near Imperatrize, Maranhao, Brazil. No fatalities were reported. The investigation identified Other authority investigated as a causal factor. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On July 3, 2009, a Piper PA-34-200T cargo flight lost engine power after takeoff from Imperatriz, Brazil, and made a forced landing short of runway 25. The aircraft sustained substantial damage; the pilot and one passenger received serious injuries.

Accident Overview

On July 3, 2009, at 2146 UTC, a Piper PA-34-200T, registration PT-RFU, operated by Heringer Taxi Aereo LTD as a cargo flight, experienced a loss of engine power on one engine after departing from Imperatriz, Maranhao Airport in Brazil. The pilot attempted to return to the departure airport but subsequently made a forced landing short of runway 25.

Damage and Injuries

The aircraft received substantial damage during the forced landing. The airline transport pilot and one passenger sustained serious injuries.

Investigation

The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA) of Brazil. No probable cause has been stated in the released information.

Contributing factors

Other authority investigated
Engine failure

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