Fatal aircraft accident in the Atlantic Ocean

12 fatalities • Fernando de Noronha, Brazil • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of all twelve people on board.

What happened

During a nighttime departure from runway 12, an aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent and crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near the coastline. The incident occurred during the initial climb phase of the flight. At the time of the accident, the crew was in the process of managing the departure, following a period where the captain arrived in the cockpit while the copilot was performing pre-flight preparations.

Following takeoff, the aircraft experienced a significant roll to the right, which led to the subsequent loss of control. The impact with the ocean surface occurred only a few hundred meters from the shore. The aircraft was completely destroyed during the crash. There were 12 fatalities and no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

  • The flight crew proceeded with the departure despite a delay in the captain's arrival in the cockpit.
  • The aircraft experienced a right-hand roll during the climb phase, which initiated the uncontrolled descent.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent following a right-hand roll during the climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-09-20 Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante accident near Fernando de Noronha, Brazil?

An aircraft crashed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of all twelve people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-09-20 Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 12 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-09-20 involved a Embraer EMB-110 Bandeirante, registration PT-FAW, operated by Government of the State of Pernambuco, at Fernando de Noronha, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent following a right-hand roll during the climb phase.

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