2 fatalities

2024-07-23: Learjet 35 (PP-ERR) — Private Brazil — Matupá, Brazil

Matupá, BrazilTakeoff (climb)

On July 23, 2024, a Learjet 35 (registration PP-ERR) operated by Private Brazil was involved in an aviation accident near Matupá, Brazil during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the climb phase immediately following takeoff. 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.

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An aircraft crashed into an eucalyptus plantation shortly after departing Matupá Airport, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

On the date of the accident, an aircraft departed from Matupá Airport and began its initial climb. During this ascent phase, the aircraft experienced a loss of control. The plane subsequently impacted an eucalyptus plantation, where a significant explosion occurred.

The force of the impact and the resulting post-crash fire caused the total destruction of the aircraft. There were two fatalities recorded as a result of the accident, involving both individuals on board.

Findings

Following the crash, it was determined that the aircraft became uncontrollable during the climb, leading to the impact and subsequent fire that destroyed the wreckage.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the climb phase immediately following takeoff.