Aircraft crash near Piracicaba Airport

7 fatalities • Piracicaba, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a forest approximately 1.5 km from Piracicaba Airport during its initial climb following takeoff.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Runway 35 at Piracicaba Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a sudden loss of altitude. The flight crew reported that a stall warning alarm activated within the cockpit as the aircraft struggled to maintain necessary height. Following this warning, the aircraft entered a right-hand turn and subsequently descended into a eucalyptus forest situated roughly 1.5 km north of the airfield.

The impact with the terrain caused the aircraft to disintegrate. There were seven fatalities resulting from the accident, involving all occupants on board. The passengers included a businessman and four members of his family.

Findings

  • The aircraft experienced a stall warning during the climb phase.
  • The aircraft was unable to maintain altitude after takeoff, leading to a descent and subsequent impact with trees.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb, preventing it from maintaining altitude.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2021-09-14 Beechcraft 250 Super King Air accident near Piracicaba, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a forest approximately 1.5 km from Piracicaba Airport during its initial climb following takeoff.

Were there any fatalities in the 2021-09-14 Beechcraft 250 Super King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2021-09-14 involved a Beechcraft 250 Super King Air, registration PS-CSM, operated by CSM Agropecuária, at Piracicaba, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb, preventing it from maintaining altitude.

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