Cessna 310R terrain collision near Nova Lima, Brazil

2 fatalities • Nova Lima, Brazil

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into mountainous terrain during a flight from Leopoldina to Belo Horizonte.

What happened

On February 26, 2010, at approximately 1119 UTC, a Cessna 310R, registered as PT-OID, crashed into mountains near Nova Lima, Brazil. The flight was traveling from Leopoldina (SNDN) to Belo Horizonte/Pampulha (SBBH) under visual flight rules.

The accident resulted in 2 fatalities, involving the pilot and one passenger. The aircraft was destroyed upon impact with the terrain.

Probable cause

not provided

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Feb 2010 CESSNA 310R accident near Nova Lima, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into mountainous terrain during a flight from Leopoldina to Belo Horizonte.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Feb 2010 CESSNA 310R accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Feb 2010 involved a CESSNA 310R, operated by Marcelo Tanus Pascoal Sales, at Nova Lima, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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