Single-engine aircraft crash in Serra da Cantareira

1 fatality • Caieiras, Brazil • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area near Caieiras, Brazil, resulting in the death of the pilot during a flight between Jundiaí and São Paulo.

What happened

On the morning of the accident, a flight departed from Jundiaí-Comandante Rolim Adolfo Amaro Airport at 05:50 local time, destined for Campo de Marte Airport in São Paulo. During the descent toward the destination, the pilot encountered adverse weather conditions. In response to the deteriorating environment, air traffic control directed the aircraft to return to its point of origin in Jundiaí.

Shortly after receiving these instructions, the aircraft entered a wooded region within the Mt Cantareira area, situated near Caieiras. While operating in conditions of limited visibility, the aircraft type struck trees before crashing. The impact and subsequent fire completely destroyed the plane. The pilot, who was the only person on board, was killed in the accident.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in poor weather conditions with restricted visibility at the time of the impact.
  • The aircraft was performing a transfer flight between Jundiaí and São Paulo when the accident occurred.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees while flying in limited visibility during an attempted return to the departure airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2019-12-02 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Caieiras, Brazil?

A single-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area near Caieiras, Brazil, resulting in the death of the pilot during a flight between Jundiaí and São Paulo.

Were there any fatalities in the 2019-12-02 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2019-12-02 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration PP-BSS, operated by Setimio de Oliveira Sala, at Caieiras, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees while flying in limited visibility during an attempted return to the departure airport.

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