What happened
Shortly after departing from runway 20R at Rio de Janeiro-Santos Dumont Airport, a twin engine airplane entered a collision course with terrain. The accident occurred during the initial climb phase, less than two minutes following the aircraft's takeoff. While ascending, the plane struck Sugarloaf Mountain, which is situated approximately 3.8 km south of the departure airport.
There were three fatalities recorded in the crash, as all occupants on board the aircraft perished in the impact.
Findings
- The accident took place during the initial climb phase of flight.
- The collision occurred at an altitude consistent with a low-level ascent near the airport perimeter.