Aircraft crash on Marquês de São Vicente Avenue

2 fatalities • São Paulo, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

A small aircraft crashed and caught fire in São Paulo after departing Campo de Marte Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

Following its departure from Campo de Marte Airport, a flight bound for Porto Alegre experienced a sudden loss of control. During the initial climb phase, the aircraft type entered an uncontrolled descent, eventually impacting the ground on Marquês de São Vicente Avenue. The impact triggered a significant fire that completely destroyed the plane.

While the crash resulted in the destruction of a public transport bus, there were no reported injuries to people on the ground. The flight was carrying two people, and the crash resulted in two fatalities, involving the pilot and one passenger.

Findings

  • The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent shortly after takeoff.
  • The impact caused a post-crash fire that consumed the entire airframe.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent during the takeoff phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2025-02-07 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near São Paulo, Brazil?

A small aircraft crashed and caught fire in São Paulo after departing Campo de Marte Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2025-02-07 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 2025-02-07 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration PS-FEM, operated by Máxima Inteligência Operações Estruturadas e Empreendimentos, at São Paulo, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent during the takeoff phase.

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