Loss of Control in Embraer EMB-202A Leads to Fatal Crash in Mato Grosso

Casualties unknown • NOVA BANDEIRANTES, MT, BR

An Embraer EMB-202A agricultural aircraft crashed into dense vegetation during a landing attempt, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

On April 29, 2022, at approximately 19:30 UTC, an Embraer EMB-202A aircraft, registration PT-UXT, crashed in a forested area near Fazenda Pingo de Ouro, in Nova Bandeirantes, Mato Grosso. The aircraft, operated by Serrana Aviação Agrícola Ltda., was performing a ferry flight between the Nova Bandeirantes Aerodrome (SI4D) and a local agricultural landing site.

During the third attempt of a landing circuit, the aircraft lost control and struck the ground in dense vegetation. The impact caused substantial damage to the aircraft, and both the pilot and the ground assistant on board sustained fatal injuries.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a loss of control in flight, likely resulting from an aft shift in the center of gravity and an overweight condition due to carrying an unauthorized second occupant in a single-seat aircraft, combined with poor cockpit ergonomics.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2022-04-29 aircraft accident near NOVA BANDEIRANTES, MT, BR?

An Embraer EMB-202A agricultural aircraft crashed into dense vegetation during a landing attempt, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2022-04-29 involved a aircraft, registration PTUXT, at NOVA BANDEIRANTES, MT, BR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a loss of control in flight, likely resulting from an aft shift in the center of gravity and an overweight condition due to carrying an unauthorized second occupant in a single-seat aircraft, combined with poor cockpit ergonomics.

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