Accident Overview
On May 28, 2017, at approximately 1540 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-34-220T aircraft, bearing Brazilian registration PT-WPD, was destroyed when it impacted terrain in Coxim Municipality, State of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. The flight was en route to Dario Guarita–Araçatuba State Airport (SBAU), located in Araçatuba, Brazil, roughly 300 miles southeast of the accident site.
Occupants and Injuries
The Brazilian pilot and a passenger were on board. Both sustained fatal injuries.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Piper PA-34-220T, a twin-engine light aircraft. Its registration was PT-WPD.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil, specifically the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA). Further information can be obtained from CENIPA's Investigation Division at SERIPA IV, São Paulo.
Conclusion
No probable cause has been stated in the available information. The report is based solely on facts released by the Government of Brazil.