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Aircraft Strikes Hill During Approach in Poor Weather (PT-OLP)

Navegantes-Itajaí, BrazilLanding (descent or approach)

On August 18, 1992, a Beechcraft 90 King Air (registration PT-OLP) operated by Maeda Taxi Aéreo was involved in an aviation accident near Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: On final approach in limited visibility due to poor weather conditions, the pilot-in-command lost control of the airplane after suffering a spatial disorientation. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the Brazilian Aeronautical Accident Investigation and Prevention Center (CENIPA)Updated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hill while on approach to Navegantes-Itajaí Airport, killing all four occupants. The pilot lost control due to spatial disorientation in poor weather.

Accident Summary

While descending to Blumenau Airport, the crew encountered poor weather conditions and decided to divert to Navegantes-Itajaí Airport. During the approach to runway 25 at low altitude, the captain initiated a left turn. The twin-engine aircraft then struck the top of a hill and crashed, bursting into flames. All four occupants were killed.

Investigation

Investigators analyzed the circumstances of the accident, focusing on the weather conditions and the pilot's actions during the final approach.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined that the probable cause was the pilot-in-command's loss of control of the airplane after suffering spatial disorientation on final approach in limited visibility due to poor weather conditions.

Loss of control in flight

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Aug 1992 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hill while on approach to Navegantes-Itajaí Airport, killing all four occupants. The pilot lost control due to spatial disorientation in poor weather.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Aug 1992 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Aug 1992 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration PT-OLP, operated by Maeda Taxi Aéreo, at Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

On final approach in limited visibility due to poor weather conditions, the pilot-in-command lost control of the airplane after suffering a spatial disorientation.

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