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Fatal Mountain Strike During VFR Flight from Joaçaba to Videira (PP-SLL)

Ibicaré, BrazilFlight

On August 4, 1963, a Douglas DC-3 (registration PP-SLL) operated by Sadia Transportes Aéreos was involved in an aviation accident near Ibicaré, Brazil in flight. 10 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A short VFR flight from Joaçaba to Videira ended in a fatal mountain strike near Ibicaré due to poor weather and low visibility, killing all 10 occupants.

Incident Overview and Route Details A short flight operating under visual flight rules (VFR) from Joaçaba to Videira encountered adverse weather conditions, including low stratus clouds and limited visibility. The aircraft subsequently struck the slope of a mountain near Ibicaré, located approximately 25 kilometers southwest of Videira. ## Wreckage Location and Casualties The wreckage was discovered less than 10 meters below the summit of the mountain. All 10 occupants on board were killed in the accident. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date is provided in the source material.

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