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Cargo Aircraft Crash in Brazil (PP-BTF)

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. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Belém-Val-de-Cans Airport, killing all six occupants. The plane stalled during climb and was destroyed by impact and fire.

Incident Overview and Location Details A cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Belém-Val-de-Cans Airport. The accident occurred while the aircraft was in the climb phase, when it stalled and subsequently impacted the ground. The crash resulted in a large explosion, and the aircraft was destroyed by the impact forces and a post-crash fire. ## Casualties and Operational Context All six occupants on board were killed in the accident. The crew was completing a cargo flight to São Luis at the time of the incident. The aircraft was carrying a load of four tons of various goods when it crashed.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Sept 1960 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil?

A cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Belém-Val-de-Cans Airport, killing all six occupants. The plane stalled during climb and was destroyed by impact and fire.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Sept 1960 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Sept 1960 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration PP-BTF, operated by Paraense Transportes Aéreos, at Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil.

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