Air Tractor AT-502B crash near Balsas, Brazil

1 fatality • Balsas, Brazil

An Air Tractor AT-502B crashed into terrain shortly after takeoff from Balsas Airport, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

On November 11, 2015, at approximately 1930 UTC, an Air Tractor AT-500B, registered as PR-RSA, was involved in an accident near Balsas, Brazil. The aircraft was operating under Brazilian flight regulations when it impacted the terrain shortly after departing from Balsas Airport.

The accident resulted in 1 fatality for the pilot. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Nov 2015 AIR TRACTOR AT-502B accident near Balsas, Brazil?

An Air Tractor AT-502B crashed into terrain shortly after takeoff from Balsas Airport, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Nov 2015 AIR TRACTOR AT-502B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Nov 2015 involved a AIR TRACTOR AT-502B, operated by RIBEIRAO S/A, at Balsas, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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