Aircraft accident at Japuranã Airfield

No fatalities • Japuranã, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft involved in an ambulance mission from Cuiabá overturned during its landing at Japuranã Airfield.

What happened

During an ambulance flight originating from Cuiabá, a twin engine airplane was attempting to land at Japuranã Airfield. As the aircraft approached the runway, it became uncontrollable. The sequence of events resulted in the plane coming to rest in an inverted position on the airfield.

All four people on board were successfully extracted from the wreckage. Among the occupants, there was one injury reported, while the remaining three individuals were rescued without physical harm.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in a medical transport capacity during the incident.
  • The loss of control occurred during the landing phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft went out of control during the landing phase at Japuranã Airfield.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2026-03-11 Piper PA-31 Cheyenne accident near Japuranã, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft involved in an ambulance mission from Cuiabá overturned during its landing at Japuranã Airfield.

Were there any fatalities in the 2026-03-11 Piper PA-31 Cheyenne accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2026-03-11 involved a Piper PA-31 Cheyenne, registration PS-HEV, operated by Abelha Táxi Aéreo, at Japuranã, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft went out of control during the landing phase at Japuranã Airfield.

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