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Runway Overrun and Gear Collapse at Navegantes-Itajaí Airport (PP-CTI)

Navegantes-Itajaí, BrazilLanding (descent or approach)

On April 29, 1977, a NAMC YS-11 (registration PP-CTI) operated by Cruzeiro do Sul was involved in an aviation accident near Navegantes-Itajaí, Brazil during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered PP-CTI
Aircraft registered PP-CTI. Photo: Va de Carro / CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

An aircraft overran the runway threshold by 460 meters during a foggy approach to Navegantes-Itajaí Airport. It veered right, struck lights, and suffered gear collapse, resulting in total loss.

Approach and Landing Conditions The approach to Navegantes-Itajaí Airport was conducted in foggy conditions that limited visibility to 500 meters. The aircraft touched down approximately 460 meters beyond the runway threshold. ## Post-Touchdown Sequence Following landing, the aircraft became unstable and veered to the right. During this deviation, it collided with runway lights. The nose gear and the right main gear subsequently collapsed, bringing the aircraft to a stop. ## Outcome Both pilots were uninjured in the incident. The aircraft sustained damage that was assessed as beyond repair.

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