Comp Air CA9 crash in Sao Paulo

7 fatalities • Sao Paulo, Brazil

An experimental amateur-built aircraft crashed into a building shortly after takeoff from Sao Paulo, resulting in seven fatalities.

What happened

On March 19, 2016, at approximately 1853 UTC, an experimental amateur-built Comp Air CA9, registered PR-ZRA, crashed in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The aircraft had departed from Sao Paulo (SBMT) and was en route to Rio De Janeiro (SBRJ).

Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft collided with a building, which resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and a post-crash fire. The accident resulted in 7 fatal injuries, involving the pilot and six passengers.

Probable cause

No official probable cause was provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Mar 2016 COMP AIR CA9 accident near Sao Paulo, Brazil?

An experimental amateur-built aircraft crashed into a building shortly after takeoff from Sao Paulo, resulting in seven fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Mar 2016 COMP AIR CA9 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Mar 2016 involved a COMP AIR CA9, at Sao Paulo, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No official probable cause was provided in the source material.

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