2 fatalities

NTSB Appoints Representative for Brazilian Investigation of Vans RV7 Accident

Toledo, Brazil

On April 23, 2020, a VANS RV7 A was involved in an aviation accident near Toledo, Brazil. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist Brazil's investigation of an amateur-built Vans RV7 accident that occurred on April 23, 2020.

Overview of the Accident Notification The government of Brazil notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving an amateur-built Vans RV7 airplane. The accident occurred on April 23, 2020. ## NTSB Role and International Cooperation Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Brazil with its investigation. This role supports international cooperation in aviation safety investigations. ## Release of Investigative Information The source states that all investigative information will be released by the government of Brazil. The NTSB did not provide additional details regarding the aircraft registration, operator, location, or cause.