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Aircraft crash during approach to São Paulo-Congonhas (PT-ANS)

São Paulo-Congonhas, BrazilLanding (descent or approach)

On October 10, 1972, a Beechcraft AT-11 Kansan (registration PT-ANS) operated by Río Táxi Aéreo was involved in an aviation accident near São Paulo-Congonhas, Brazil during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway during an approach conducted in poor visibility. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine airplane crashed short of the runway threshold at São Paulo-Congonhas airport while attempting a final approach in low visibility.

What happened

During an arrival at São Paulo-Congonhas, a twin engine airplane was performing its final approach to the runway. At the time of the incident, the area was experiencing poor visibility conditions. Before reaching the runway threshold, the aircraft made contact with the ground and subsequently crashed.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. The two individuals on board, consisting of the pilot and the crew, both sustained injuries during the accident.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in conditions characterized by low visibility.
  • The aircraft struck the terrain prior to reaching the designated runway threshold.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway during an approach conducted in poor visibility.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Oct 1972 Beechcraft AT-11 Kansan accident near São Paulo-Congonhas, Brazil?

A twin-engine airplane crashed short of the runway threshold at São Paulo-Congonhas airport while attempting a final approach in low visibility.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Oct 1972 Beechcraft AT-11 Kansan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Oct 1972 involved a Beechcraft AT-11 Kansan, registration PT-ANS, operated by Río Táxi Aéreo, at São Paulo-Congonhas, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway during an approach conducted in poor visibility.

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