Fatal aircraft accident near Viçosa during training flight

9 fatalities • Viçosa, Brazil • Flight

A training flight departing from Recife-Guararapes Airport resulted in a fatal crash in a field near Viçosa, causing the deaths of all nine people on board.

What happened

During a scheduled training mission originating from Recife-Guararapes Airport, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of control. While navigating the airspace, the plane entered a steep dive toward the earth, ultimately impacting a field situated in the vicinity of Viçosa.

The impact resulted in a total of nine fatalities, as all crew members on board were killed in the accident. There were no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

Initial reports indicate that the aircraft became uncontrollable during its flight phase, leading to the high-velocity descent and subsequent crash into the terrain.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control and entered a dive during a training flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1962-07-31 Lockheed P-2 Neptune accident near Viçosa, Brazil?

A training flight departing from Recife-Guararapes Airport resulted in a fatal crash in a field near Viçosa, causing the deaths of all nine people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1962-07-31 Lockheed P-2 Neptune accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1962-07-31 involved a Lockheed P-2 Neptune, registration 7001, operated by Brazilian Air Force - Força Aérea Brasileira (1941-), at Viçosa, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control and entered a dive during a training flight.

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