Aircraft crash in Belo Horizonte following engine failure

3 fatalities • Belo Horizonte-Pampulha-Carlos Drummond de Andrade, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed into residential buildings in the São Bernardo district after experiencing an engine failure during its initial climb from Belo Horizonte-Pampulha Airport.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Belo Horizonte-Pampulha Airport, the aircraft experienced a failure of its left engine. This mechanical issue led to a loss of control, causing the aircraft to roll toward the left side and descend rapidly.

The descent resulted in the aircraft striking four houses situated in the São Bernardo district, which is located near the airport. The impact caused the total destruction of the aircraft and the four residential structures involved in the collision.

Impact and casualties

  • The crash resulted in three fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.
  • Two people on the ground sustained injuries during the event.
  • The incident caused significant property damage to the residential area.

Probable cause

The failure of the left engine during the initial climb phase led to a loss of control and subsequent descent into residential buildings.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-04-12 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident near Belo Horizonte-Pampulha-Carlos Drummond de Andrade, Brazil?

An aircraft crashed into residential buildings in the São Bernardo district after experiencing an engine failure during its initial climb from Belo Horizonte-Pampulha Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-04-12 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-04-12 involved a Beechcraft 80 Queen Air, registration PT-KKI, operated by Cotercon Comercial, at Belo Horizonte-Pampulha-Carlos Drummond de Andrade, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the left engine during the initial climb phase led to a loss of control and subsequent descent into residential buildings.

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