On February 5, 1936, a Junkers JU.46 (registration PP-CAU) operated by Syndicato Condor was involved in an aviation accident near Aquidauana, Brazil in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Technical problems encountered during the en-route phase forced an emergency landing in a jungle. 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.
A float plane named Tocantins made an emergency landing in a jungle due to technical issues while en route from Corumbá to São Paulo, resulting in three injuries.
What happened
While operating on a flight from Corumbá to São Paulo, the crew of a float plane encountered significant technical difficulties. These issues forced the pilot to execute an emergency landing in a jungle area. The aircraft involved was named Tocantins. Following the impact, three passengers sustained injuries, while four other occupants escaped without harm. The airframe suffered extensive damage and was declared beyond repair.
Findings
The incident was precipitated by technical problems encountered during the en-route phase of the flight. These mechanical issues necessitated an immediate diversion to an unprepared jungle site for an emergency landing.
Probable cause
Technical problems encountered during the en-route phase forced an emergency landing in a jungle.
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