Embraer EMB-810C crash near Manaus, Brazil

7 fatalities • Manaus, Brazil

An Embraer EMB-810C aircraft crashed into terrain shortly after departing Eduardo Gomes Airport.

What happened

On April 21, 2011, at approximately 1850 UTC, an Embraer EMB-810C, registered as PT-EFS, crashed shortly after takeoff from Eduardo Gomes Airport (SBEG) in Manaus, Brazil. The aircraft was operating under Brazilian flight regulations and was en route to Sanatrém, Brazil (SBSN).

The impact with the terrain resulted in 7 fatal injuries, involving the two flight crewmembers and five passengers.

Probable cause

No probable cause was identified in the provided report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Apr 2011 EMBRAER EMB-810C accident near Manaus, Brazil?

An Embraer EMB-810C aircraft crashed into terrain shortly after departing Eduardo Gomes Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Apr 2011 EMBRAER EMB-810C accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Apr 2011 involved a EMBRAER EMB-810C, operated by Transportadora Amazonaves Ltda, at Manaus, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was identified in the provided report.

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