Accident Overview
On November 10, 2013, at approximately 1600 UTC, a Piper PA-34-220T aircraft, bearing Brazilian registration PR-EAG, was destroyed when it collided with the peak of Corisco Mountain. The mountain is located in the Serra do Mar mountain range, near the municipality of Parati in the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The flight had departed from Parati Airport (SDTK) and was destined for Campo de Marte Airport (SBMT) in São Paulo, Brazil.
Occupants and Injuries
The pilot and two passengers aboard the aircraft sustained fatal injuries as a result of the collision.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft was a Piper PA-34-220T, a twin-engine light aircraft. The flight originated from Parati Airport and was en route to Campo de Marte Airport. The accident occurred during the climb phase of the flight.
Investigation
This accident is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil. The Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA) is responsible for the investigation. Further information may be obtained from their offices in Brasília, Brazil. No probable cause has been stated in the available source.