Fatal aircraft crash near Prado, Brazil

17 fatalities • Prado, Brazil • Flight

An aircraft traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador crashed near Prado in Bahia, resulting in no survivors among the 17 people on board.

What happened

While operating a flight from Rio de Janeiro toward Salvador, an aircraft lost control and crashed in the vicinity of Prado, located in southern Bahia. The incident occurred under circumstances that remain undetermined. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the plane.

There were 17 fatalities recorded during the accident, representing all individuals on board at the time of the crash. Among the deceased were members of a family traveling on behalf of the Ministry of Defense.

Findings

The exact cause of the loss of control remains unknown as investigations into the specific circumstances of the crash have not been finalized.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1959-03-01 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Prado, Brazil?

An aircraft traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Salvador crashed near Prado in Bahia, resulting in no survivors among the 17 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1959-03-01 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 17 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1959-03-01 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 2070, operated by Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira (1941-), at Prado, Brazil.

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