What happened
Shortly after departing from Carauari Airport, the flight crew encountered mechanical difficulties involving the aircraft's engine. In response to these technical complications, the crew initiated an emergency descent to attempt an unplanned landing.
During the maneuver, the aircraft type crashed near the banks of the Rio Juruá. The impact resulted in a significant number of casualties, with 3 fatalities and 14 injuries reported among those on board.
Findings
Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor was an engine failure, though the specific underlying reason for the mechanical malfunction remains undetermined.