Incident Overview
On a cargo flight departing São Paulo-Congonhas Airport at 0700 local time, the aircraft encountered engine problems while en route to a destination in the north of the country. The captain decided to return to Congonhas. During the approach, the pilot opted to attempt an emergency landing in Itaquaquecetuba, approximately 35 kilometers east of Congonhas Airport.
Accident Details
The aircraft came to rest in a field and sustained damage beyond repair. All three crew members on board suffered slight injuries.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident to be engine problems.