Embraer EMB820 Crash Near Londrina Airport

8 fatalities • Londrina City, Brazil

An Embraer EMB820C crashed into power lines and terrain during approach to Londrina Airport, resulting in eight fatalities.

What happened

On July 31, 2016, at 23:57 UTC, an Embraer EMB820C (Piper PA-31-350), registered as PT-EFQ, was on approach to Londrina Airport in Londrina City, Brazil. During the approach, the aircraft experienced a loss of power in the left engine. Following this engine failure, the aircraft struck a power line and impacted the terrain.

The flight had departed from Marechal Rondon International Airport in Cuiaba, Brazil. The accident resulted in 8 fatal injuries, involving two foreign certificated pilots and six passengers.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Jul 2016 EMBRAER EMB820 C accident near Londrina City, Brazil?

An Embraer EMB820C crashed into power lines and terrain during approach to Londrina Airport, resulting in eight fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Jul 2016 EMBRAER EMB820 C accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Jul 2016 involved a EMBRAER EMB820 C, at Londrina City, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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