Twin-engine aircraft crash near Rio Branco Airport

4 fatalities • Rio Branco-Presidente Médici, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the banks of the Río Acre shortly after departing from Rio Branco Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.

What happened

Following its departure from Rio Branco Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall. This loss of lift caused the plane to descend rapidly, ultimately impacting the terrain on the banks of the Río Acre.

During the accident, the aircraft's occupants faced a catastrophic event during the initial climb phase. The crash resulted in four fatalities among the crew members on board. Despite the severity of the impact, rescue efforts or the nature of the crash allowed for the successful evacuation of 22 other passengers and crew, all of whom survived the incident.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the aircraft entered a stall condition shortly after takeoff. The descent led directly to the collision with the riverbank.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1956-07-09 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Rio Branco-Presidente Médici, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the banks of the Río Acre shortly after departing from Rio Branco Airport, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1956-07-09 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1956-07-09 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 2062, operated by Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira (1941-), at Rio Branco-Presidente Médici, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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