2 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident at Campo dos Afonsos Airbase (2301)

Campo dos Afonsos AFB, BrazilTakeoff (climb)

On June 27, 1974, a Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar (registration 2301) operated by Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira (1941-) was involved in an aviation accident near Campo dos Afonsos AFB, Brazil during takeoff. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 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

An unidentified aircraft crashed during takeoff from Campo dos Afonsos Airbase, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During a takeoff attempt at the Campo dos Afonsos Airbase, an aircraft went down under unspecified conditions. The accident occurred while the plane was in the initial climb phase of flight. There were no survivors of the impact, as both pilots lost their lives in the event.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash remain undetermined, as the circumstances surrounding the loss of control or mechanical failure have not been officially documented. The exact nature of the malfunction or environmental factors contributing to the descent into the ground is currently unknown.