On November 9, 1976, a Rockwell Grand Commander 680 (registration PT-CGS) operated by Taxi Aéreo João Jorge was involved in an aviation accident near Barcelos, Brazil during landing or approach. 5 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft on a taxi flight from Manaus crashed into the Río Negro River near Barcelos, Brazil, killing all five occupants after experiencing unknown technical problems.
Flight and Diversion
The twin-engine airplane departed Manaus on a taxi flight destined for Santa Isabel do Rio Negro-Tapuruquara Airport. On board were three technicians from a mining company and two pilots. En route, the crew encountered unknown technical problems. These forced the crew to reduce altitude and divert to Barcelos Airport.
Crash
While on approach to Barcelos Airport, the airplane went out of control and crashed into the Río Negro River. The aircraft quickly sank due to strong currents in the river.
Victims
All five occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident.
What happened in the 9 Nov 1976 Rockwell Grand Commander 680 accident near Barcelos, Brazil?
A twin-engine aircraft on a taxi flight from Manaus crashed into the Río Negro River near Barcelos, Brazil, killing all five occupants after experiencing unknown technical problems.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Nov 1976 Rockwell Grand Commander 680 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Nov 1976 involved a Rockwell Grand Commander 680, registration PT-CGS, operated by Taxi Aéreo João Jorge, at Barcelos, Brazil.
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