Fatal aircraft accident near Rio Branco

12 fatalities • Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a forested area shortly after departing Rio Branco, resulting in the deaths of all twelve people on board.

What happened

On the day of the accident, a single-engine aircraft was performing a flight from Rio Branco to Envira. The flight was carrying a total of 12 occupants, consisting of two pilots and 10 passengers, which included two children and three women.

Shortly after the aircraft departed from the Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro Airport, the plane became uncontrollable. The aircraft descended into a heavily wooded region, where the impact and subsequent fire caused the total destruction of the airframe. There were 12 fatalities resulting from the crash.

Findings

Following the departure from the airfield, the aircraft entered an uncontrolled flight state. The impact forces and the resulting post-crash fire were the primary factors in the destruction of the plane and the loss of all lives on board.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2023-10-29 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro, Brazil?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a forested area shortly after departing Rio Branco, resulting in the deaths of all twelve people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2023-10-29 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 12 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2023-10-29 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration PT-MEE, operated by A.R.T Táxi Aéreo, at Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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