Cessna 210N crash near Palmas, Brazil

3 fatalities • Palmas, Brazil

A private Cessna 210N crashed during approach to Sitio Flyer Airport following an engine power loss.

What happened

On February 9, 2014, at approximately 1330 UTC, a Cessna 210N, registered as PT-OMX, was performing an approach to Sitio Flyer Airport (SIHJ) in Palmas, State of Tocantins, Brazil. The aircraft, which had departed from Dona Iracema Airport (SJQZ) in Porto Nacional, Brazil, experienced a loss of engine power. Following the power loss, the aircraft impacted the terrain, resulting in 3 fatal injuries to the pilot and two passengers.

Probable cause

The engine power loss led to the aircraft impacting the terrain during the approach phase of flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Feb 2014 CESSNA 210N accident near Palmas, Brazil?

A private Cessna 210N crashed during approach to Sitio Flyer Airport following an engine power loss.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Feb 2014 CESSNA 210N accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Feb 2014 involved a CESSNA 210N, at Palmas, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine power loss led to the aircraft impacting the terrain during the approach phase of flight.

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