PP-CAY — accident record & aircraft history

We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.

Safety history

January 13, 1939Accident
While descending to Rio de Janeiro seaplane base in poor weather conditions (heavy rain falls and strong winds), the three engine aircraft named 'Marimba' hit the slope of a mountain located in the Serra do Sambê, some 60 km northeast of Rio de Janeiro. All 10 occupants were killed. Probable cause (official findings): Controlled flight into terrain while descending in poor visibility due to heavy rain falls. High winds may have been a contributing factor.
Junkers JU.52 · 10 fatalities
Controlled flight into terrain while descending in poor visibility due to heavy rain falls. High winds may have been a contributing factor. Full accident record