Emergency landing near Curitiba-Afonso Pena Airport

No fatalities • Campo Largo, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft performing an emergency descent near Curitiba, Brazil, landed in a field following technical difficulties, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

During the descent toward Curitiba-Afonso Pena Airport, the flight crew encountered unexpected technical issues with the aircraft. Due to these complications, the decision was made to divert from the intended destination to perform an emergency landing. The crew targeted an open area located in Campo Largo, situated approximately 40 km west of the Curitiba airport.

Upon touchdown in the field, the aircraft sustained significant damage, rendering it a total loss. Despite the impact and the destruction of the plane, all 20 occupants were able to exit the wreckage safely. There were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew following the incident.

Findings

  • The primary reason for the diversion was technical problems encountered during the approach phase.

Probable cause

The crew executed an emergency landing in a field due to unexpected technical malfunctions during descent.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1966-07-15 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Campo Largo, Brazil?

An aircraft performing an emergency descent near Curitiba, Brazil, landed in a field following technical difficulties, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1966-07-15 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1966-07-15 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration PP-YPT, operated by Real Aerovias, at Campo Largo, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew executed an emergency landing in a field due to unexpected technical malfunctions during descent.

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