Aircraft accident near Paraty, Brazil

2 fatalities • Paraty, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area during its approach to Paraty Airport, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

A positioning flight departed from Campo de Marte Airport at 13:34 local time, with an expected arrival at Paraty Airport scheduled for 14:15. During the descent toward the destination, the crew encountered instrument meteorological conditions.

While attempting to complete the approach under visual flight rules, the twin engine aircraft struck trees in a heavily forested, hilly region. The impact occurred a short distance before reaching the runway. The crash resulted in the total destruction of the airframe and two fatalities involving both pilots.

Findings

  • The flight was operating under VFR mode despite the presence of instrument meteorological conditions.
  • The aircraft struck obstacles in hilly terrain during the final approach phase.

Probable cause

The crew attempted to continue a visual approach while flying in instrument meteorological conditions, leading to impact with trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2016-01-03 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Paraty, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area during its approach to Paraty Airport, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 2016-01-03 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2016-01-03 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration PP-LMM, operated by Supermercados Shibata, at Paraty, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew attempted to continue a visual approach while flying in instrument meteorological conditions, leading to impact with trees.

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