Accident Details
A flight from Rio de Janeiro arrived at Brasília Airport without incident. During the landing approach, the pilot-in-command executed a wrong approach configuration. The aircraft then made a hard contact with the runway surface, causing significant impact. The undercarriage sustained damage upon touchdown, and the airplane went out of control, veering off the runway to the left.
Evacuation and Fire
After departing the runway, the aircraft contacted soft ground, which sheared off the undercarriage. The airplane came to rest in flames. All 71 occupants on board were evacuated quickly. The aircraft was totally destroyed by the subsequent post-crash fire.
Investigation Findings
Investigation into the accident determined that it resulted from a combination of factors. These included the wrong approach configuration, poor preparation of the approach and landing procedure, and a lack of crew coordination. Additionally, the pilot-in-command was undergoing conversion training on this type of aircraft and was under supervision at the time of the accident.