Accident Overview
On June 5, 2015, at approximately 1506 universal coordinated time, a Piper PA-25-235, Brazilian registration PR-ACH, was substantially damaged when it collided with terrain while maneuvering at low altitude in Patrocinio Municipality, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The Brazilian certificated pilot sustained fatal injuries. The flight had departed Fazenda Irai de Minas, Brazil, and was destined for Araguari, Brazil.
Sequence of Events
According to investigators, the airplane was performing a low pass over a farmhouse. During this maneuver, the left wing struck a lightning rod antenna. The aircraft continued for approximately 160 meters before colliding with terrain.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA) of Brazil. The accident site is located in the Patrocinio Municipality. No further details have been released regarding the cause of the accident.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Piper PA-25-235, a single-engine agricultural aircraft. The Brazilian registration PR-ACH was assigned to the airplane. The extent of damage was reported as substantial.