Aircraft accident near Sorocaba-Bertram Luiz Leupolz Airport

2 fatalities • Sorocaba, Brazil • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area short of the runway during its final approach to Sorocaba, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

A twin-engine aircraft departed from Manaus-Aeroclub de Flores Airport, originally destined for Barra do Garças. The flight was operated with a crew of one pilot and one passenger on board. During the flight, the pilot altered the flight plan, redirecting the aircraft toward Sorocaba.

While performing the final approach to Sorocaba-Bertram Luiz Leupolz Airport, the aircraft struck trees and crashed into a forested area. The impact occurred approximately one kilometer before reaching runway 18. The weather conditions at the time of the accident were reported as good. The crash resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft and two fatalities. No fire was reported at the site of the wreckage.

Findings

  • The aircraft struck trees during the approach phase.
  • The accident occurred in favorable meteorological conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-03-31 Piper PA-42 Cheyenne accident near Sorocaba, Brazil?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area short of the runway during its final approach to Sorocaba, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2017-03-31 Piper PA-42 Cheyenne accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-03-31 involved a Piper PA-42 Cheyenne, registration PP-EPB, operated by Itapara Sport Fishing, at Sorocaba, Brazil.

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