Accident Summary
On February 23, 2017, at approximately 1030 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-25-235 agricultural aircraft, registered as PT-WBO, crashed during an aerial application flight. The accident occurred near Santa Catarina, Brazil. The flight had originated from an unregistered airstrip close to Garavua in the State of Santa Catarina. The aircraft was substantially damaged, and the pilot, who held a foreign certificate, suffered fatal injuries.
Aircraft Information
The Piper PA-25-235 is a single-engine, low-wing monoplane specifically designed for agricultural operations. It is commonly used for crop dusting and spraying. The accident aircraft carried Brazilian registration PT-WBO. It was destroyed by impact forces during the crash.
Investigation
The investigation is being conducted by the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA), the Brazilian authority responsible for aviation accident inquiries. CENIPA has jurisdiction over this event. No probable cause has been released in the initial information provided by the agency. Further details can be obtained from CENIPA at the contact information provided in their official report.