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Beechcraft A35 N8540A Forced Landing Near Curitiba

CURITIBA, PR, BR

On July 7, 2009, an aircraft (registration N8540A) was involved in an aviation accident near CURITIBA, PR, BR. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Brazilian Aeronautical Accident Investigation and Prevention Center (CENIPA).

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On July 7, 2009, a Beechcraft A35 N8540A suffered an in-flight engine failure while approaching Curitiba, Brazil. The pilot executed a forced landing in a field, resulting in substantial damage but no injuries to the two occupants.

Incident Overview and Flight History On July 7, 2009, at 18:40 UTC, a Beechcraft A35 with registration N8540A experienced an in-flight engine failure while approaching Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. The aircraft had departed from Aeródromo 14 BIS (SSOK) in the Warta district near Sertanópolis at approximately 17:20 UTC, carrying a pilot and one passenger. The flight was intended to transport personnel to Afonso Pena Airport (SBCT). Approximately three nautical miles from the destination, the aircraft suffered a loss of power and the engine stopped, prompting the pilot to execute a forced landing in a flat, firm field. The aircraft sustained substantial damage, but both occupants exited the aircraft unharmed.

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What happened in the 7 Jul 2009 aircraft accident near CURITIBA, PR, BR?

On July 7, 2009, a Beechcraft A35 N8540A suffered an in-flight engine failure while approaching Curitiba, Brazil. The pilot executed a forced landing in a field, resulting in substantial damage but no injuries to the two occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Jul 2009 aircraft accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Jul 2009 involved an aircraft, registration N8540A, at CURITIBA, PR, BR.

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