Fatal aircraft accident during takeoff from Belém-Val-de-Cans Airport

6 fatalities • Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1960-09-22 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil?

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.

Were there any fatalities in the 1960-09-22 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 1960-09-22 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration PP-BTF, operated by Paraense Transportes Aéreos, at Belém-Val de Cans-Júlio Cezar Ribeiro, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

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

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