Engine failure during approach to Brasília Airport

1 fatality • Brasília, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

An engine failure during the final approach to Brasília Airport led to an aircraft striking a promontory, resulting in two serious injuries and one eventual fatality.

What happened

During a flight originating from Bom Jesus da Lapa, the aircraft began its descent toward runway 29 at Brasília Airport. The aircraft was configured with flaps and landing gear extended as it progressed through the final approach phase. During this period, the engine experienced a failure.

In an attempt to restore engine power, the pilot initiated a restart procedure. During this maneuver, the aircraft drifted to the right of the established approach path and lost necessary altitude. The aircraft subsequently collided with a promontory situated approximately 61 metres from the runway threshold.

Findings

  • The collision resulted in two individuals sustaining serious injuries.
  • The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
  • The attempt to restart the engine during the approach led to the loss of altitude and deviation from the flight path, which ultimately caused the impact.

Probable cause

The pilot's decision to attempt an engine restart during the final approach caused the aircraft to deviate from its path and lose altitude.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2001-11-23 Embraer EMB-820 Navajo/Carajá accident near Brasília, Brazil?

An engine failure during the final approach to Brasília Airport led to an aircraft striking a promontory, resulting in two serious injuries and one eventual fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 2001-11-23 Embraer EMB-820 Navajo/Carajá accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2001-11-23 involved a Embraer EMB-820 Navajo/Carajá, registration PT-RAZ, operated by Base Aerofotogrametria e Projetos, at Brasília, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's decision to attempt an engine restart during the final approach caused the aircraft to deviate from its path and lose altitude.

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