Single-engine aircraft crash on Rio Negro

1 fatality • Anavilhanas Archipelago, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

A cargo flight departing from Manaus resulted in a fatal accident after the aircraft struck the water surface during a landing attempt on the Rio Negro.

What happened

A single-engine aircraft departed from Manaus-Eduardo Gomes Airport at 12:20 local time, bound for the Anavilhanas Archipelago. The flight was operating as a cargo mission and was carrying a total of five people, consisting of one pilot and four passengers.

During the flight, the aircraft attempted to land on the surface of the Rio Negro. During this phase of flight, the plane made contact with the water, causing it to flip upside down. The aircraft eventually came to a stop in a partially submerged position.

Outcomes

Emergency response efforts led to the rescue of the pilot and three of the passengers. However, the accident resulted in one fatality among the passengers on board.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-10-17 Cessna 208A Caravan accident near Anavilhanas Archipelago, Brazil?

A cargo flight departing from Manaus resulted in a fatal accident after the aircraft struck the water surface during a landing attempt on the Rio Negro.

Were there any fatalities in the 2017-10-17 Cessna 208A Caravan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-10-17 involved a Cessna 208A Caravan, registration PR-MPE, operated by Greenpeace, at Anavilhanas Archipelago, Brazil.

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