Cirrus SR20 crash in Minas Gerais, Brazil

2 fatalities • Minas Gerias, Brazil

A private Cirrus SR20 crashed into terrain during a flight between Belo Horizonte and Piumhi.

What happened

On November 26, 2011, at approximately 1300 UTC, a Cirrus SR20, bearing registration PR-LJL, crashed in the Carmo do Cajuri Municipality of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

The aircraft was performing a flight from Pampulha Airport (SBBH) in Belo Horizonte to Piumhi (SNUH) airport. During the flight, the aircraft encountered IMC (instrument meteorological conditions) and impacted the terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane.

The crash resulted in 2 fatalities for the pilot and passenger.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Nov 2011 CIRRUS SR20 NO SERIES accident near Minas Gerias, Brazil?

A private Cirrus SR20 crashed into terrain during a flight between Belo Horizonte and Piumhi.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Nov 2011 CIRRUS SR20 NO SERIES accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Nov 2011 involved a CIRRUS SR20 NO SERIES, at Minas Gerias, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?