What happened
In the morning, a twin-engine aircraft departed Araguari bound for Rio de Janeiro-Santos Dumont. During the enroute phase of the flight, one of the engines failed. The pilot initiated an emergency diversion to Triângulo (Ponte Nova) to attempt a landing. However, the aircraft lost control during this maneuver and impacted a building, resulting in a fire.
The accident resulted in three fatalities among the occupants on board. The pilot and two passengers were killed in the crash. Additionally, six other occupants sustained serious injuries. No individuals on the ground were reported injured as a result of the impact.
Findings
Official investigations identified engine failure as the primary cause of the incident. This mechanical issue necessitated the emergency diversion, which ultimately led to the loss of control and the subsequent crash into the structure.