Accident Sequence
While approaching Rio de Janeiro-Santos Dumont Airport, the captain decided to abandon the landing and initiated a go-around after being informed that the runway was wet. The aircraft then entered a holding circuit for approximately 30 minutes before beginning an approach to Rio de Janeiro-Galeão Airport. During the approach, the airplane struck power cables and crashed a few kilometers from the airfield. The aircraft was destroyed, and all three occupants were killed. At the time of the accident, visibility was limited due to low clouds.
Investigation and Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, the probable cause of the accident was that, for an unknown reason, the crew descended too low while approaching Galeão Airport.