Experimental Aircraft Crashes in São Paulo After Engine Power Loss

Casualties unknown • TUPI PAULISTA, SP, BR

An Acro Sport experimental aircraft sustained substantial damage and the pilot suffered serious injuries after colliding with a power line during an emergency landing attempt.

What happened

On July 24, 2021, at approximately 20:10 UTC, an Acro Sport experimental aircraft, registration PU-SCS, was performing a private flight from Aeródromo Fazenda Bela Vista in Panorama, SP, toward Tupi Paulista, SP. Approximately 20 minutes after takeoff, the pilot experienced a significant drop in engine RPM. Believing the throttle cable had failed due to a lack of engine response, the pilot attempted an emergency landing in an open field.

During the descent, the aircraft struck a transmission line before impacting the ground near a highway in Tupi Paulista. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft, and the pilot sustained serious injuries.

Probable cause

The engine power loss and subsequent collision with a power line were complicated by the use of non-aviation components and the pilot's lack of valid certifications and recent experience; however, the exact technical cause of the power loss could not be determined due to missing maintenance records.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2021-07-24 aircraft accident near TUPI PAULISTA, SP, BR?

An Acro Sport experimental aircraft sustained substantial damage and the pilot suffered serious injuries after colliding with a power line during an emergency landing attempt.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2021-07-24 involved a aircraft, registration PUSCS, at TUPI PAULISTA, SP, BR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine power loss and subsequent collision with a power line were complicated by the use of non-aviation components and the pilot's lack of valid certifications and recent experience; however, the exact technical cause of the power loss could not be determined due to missing maintenance records.

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