No fatalities

Brazilian Investigation into Embraer EMB110 Serious Incident

Brasilia City, Brazil

On April 9, 2018, a BOEING 737 8EH operated by Gol Linhas Aereas SA was involved in an aviation accident near Brasilia City, Brazil. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 14 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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BOEING 737 8EH
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The Brazilian government notified the NTSB of a serious incident involving an Embraer EMB110 on April 9, 2018. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist CENIPA under ICAO Annex 13.

Incident Notification

The government of Brazil formally notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding a serious incident involving an Embraer EMB110 aircraft. This event took place on April 9, 2018. The notification serves as the official record of the occurrence within international aviation safety protocols.

International Cooperation

In accordance with the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation led by the Brazilian authorities. This role facilitates technical assistance and ensures that the investigative process adheres to established international standards for accident and incident inquiries.

Information Release

All investigative data and findings related to this event are under the jurisdiction of CENIPA, the Brazilian civil aviation authority responsible for such matters. Consequently, any official releases or detailed reports concerning the cause and circumstances of the incident will be issued exclusively by CENIPA.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Apr 2018 BOEING 737 8EH accident near Brasilia City, Brazil?

The Brazilian government notified the NTSB of a serious incident involving an Embraer EMB110 on April 9, 2018. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist CENIPA under ICAO Annex 13.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Apr 2018 BOEING 737 8EH accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Apr 2018 involved a BOEING 737 8EH, operated by Gol Linhas Aereas SA, at Brasilia City, Brazil.