Fatal Cessna 172 crash near Cassilandia, Brazil

2 fatalities • Cassilandia, Brazil

A privately owned Cessna 172 struck a tree during approach to an airport in Brazil, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On April 14, 2017, at approximately 2045 UTC, a Cessna 172N, bearing registration PR-LPW, was involved in a fatal accident near the Aeroporto de Cassilandia in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. The aircraft struck a tree located roughly 400 meters from the threshold of runway 13. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft and 2 fatal injuries to the pilot and passenger.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Apr 2017 CESSNA AIRCRAFT 172 N accident near Cassilandia, Brazil?

A privately owned Cessna 172 struck a tree during approach to an airport in Brazil, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Apr 2017 CESSNA AIRCRAFT 172 N accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Apr 2017 involved a CESSNA AIRCRAFT 172 N, operated by FLAVIO BORGES RODRIGUES, at Cassilandia, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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