Cessna 208B crash near Manaus, Brazil

1 fatality • Manaus, Brazil

A single-engine turboprop aircraft crashed into a lamppost and terrain during its initial climb from Aeroporto Flores.

What happened

On February 28, 2012, at approximately 1020 UTC, a Cessna 208B bearing registration PT-PTB was involved in an accident during the initial climb phase of flight. The aircraft, operated by Cleiton Taxi Aereo Ltda., had just departed from Aeroporto Flores (SWFN) in Manaus, Brazil, and was en route to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (SBEG).

During the climb, the aircraft struck a lamppost and the ground, resulting in substantial damage to the airframe. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft, sustained 1 fatal injury.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Feb 2012 CESSNA 208 B accident near Manaus, Brazil?

A single-engine turboprop aircraft crashed into a lamppost and terrain during its initial climb from Aeroporto Flores.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Feb 2012 CESSNA 208 B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Feb 2012 involved a CESSNA 208 B, operated by Cleiton Taxi Aereo Ltda., at Manaus, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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