Fatal aircraft collision with mountainside during cruise

9 fatalities • Bias Fortes, Brazil • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a mountain slope while flying through heavy fog, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the cruise phase of flight, an aircraft encountered dense fog while traveling through mountainous terrain. While navigating these low-visibility conditions, the plane collided with the side of a mountain. The impact caused the aircraft to crash, leaving no possibility of survival for those on board.

Findings

  • The accident occurred during the cruise portion of the flight.
  • Environmental conditions were characterized by significant fog.
  • The collision involved the aircraft striking a mountain slope.
  • There were nine fatalities recorded as a result of the impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain while operating in low-visibility foggy conditions during the cruise phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-10-22 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Bias Fortes, Brazil?

An aircraft crashed into a mountain slope while flying through heavy fog, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-10-22 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-10-22 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration PP-FOR, operated by Projeto Rondon, at Bias Fortes, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain while operating in low-visibility foggy conditions during the cruise phase.

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