On July 10, 1998, a Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise (registration PT-LTC) operated by Sete Taxi Aéreo was involved in an aviation accident near São Paulo-Congonhas, Brazil during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Uncontained failure on takeoff for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During takeoff roll at São Paulo-Congonhas Airport, crew aborted after engine failure. All five occupants escaped uninjured, but debris punctured fuel tank, causing fire and severe damage. Aircraft written off.
The Incident
On takeoff roll at São Paulo-Congonhas Airport, the flight crew encountered an engine failure and decided to abort the takeoff. The airplane was brought to a stop on the main runway. All five occupants evacuated the aircraft and were not injured.
Damage and Fire
During the event, debris from the engine failure punctured a fuel tank. The aircraft subsequently caught fire and was severely damaged by the flames. The damage was extensive enough that the aircraft was later written off.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be an uncontained failure during takeoff for reasons that remain unknown.
What happened in the 10 Jul 1998 Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise accident near São Paulo-Congonhas, Brazil?
During takeoff roll at São Paulo-Congonhas Airport, crew aborted after engine failure. All five occupants escaped uninjured, but debris punctured fuel tank, causing fire and severe damage. Aircraft written off.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Jul 1998 Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Jul 1998 involved a Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise, registration PT-LTC, operated by Sete Taxi Aéreo, at São Paulo-Congonhas, Brazil.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Uncontained failure on takeoff for unknown reasons.
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