6 fatalities

1960-09-22: Curtiss C-46 Commando (PP-BTF) — Paraense Transportes Aéreos — Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil

Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, BrazilTakeoff (climb)

On September 22, 1960, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration PP-BTF) operated by Paraense Transportes Aéreos was involved in an aviation accident near Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil during takeoff. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase shortly after departure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781246342Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo flight departing from Belém experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after takeoff, resulting in a fatal crash and the loss of all six people on board.

What happened

During a scheduled cargo operation from Belém-Val-de-Cans Airport to São Luis, an aircraft carrying four tons of various goods experienced a catastrophic failure during its initial climb. Shortly after departing the runway, the plane entered a stall, leading to a high-impact collision with the ground. The force of the impact, followed by a massive post-crash fire, resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

All six occupants on board the aircraft perished in the accident. There were no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

  • The aircraft was engaged in a climbing phase immediately following takeoff.
  • The primary factor leading to the crash was an aerodynamic stall during the ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase shortly after departure.