3 fatalities

9 Feb 2014: CESSNA 210N — Palmas, Brazil

Palmas, Brazil

On 9 Feb 2014, a CESSNA 210N was involved in an aviation accident near Palmas, Brazil. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On February 9, 2014, a Cessna 210N (PT-OMX) experienced engine power loss and impacted terrain while on approach to Sitio Flyer Airport, Palmas, Brazil. The pilot and two passengers were fatally injured.

Accident Details

On February 9, 2014, at approximately 1330 universal coordinated time, a Cessna 210N aircraft, registered as PT-OMX, was substantially damaged after a loss of engine power. The airplane impacted terrain while on approach to the Sitio Flyer Airport (SIHJ) in Palmas, State of Tocantins, Brazil. The pilot and two passengers sustained fatal injuries.

The flight, operated by a private individual, had departed from Dona Iracema Airport (SJQZ) in Porto Nacional, Brazil.

Aircraft and Flight

The aircraft involved was a Cessna 210N, a single-engine general aviation airplane. The registration PT-OMX indicates Brazilian registry. The purpose of the flight was personal transportation.

Investigation

The investigation of this accident falls under the jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil. Further information may be obtained from the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA) in Brasília, Brazil.

No probable cause has been stated in the available information.