We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
On approach to Rio de Janeiro following a cargo flight from Vitória, the crew encountered technical problems and was forced to lower the gear manually. Shortly later, both engines lost power and the captain decided to divert to Galeão Airport closer to his position than Santos Dumont. During the last turn, the aircraft stalled and crashed into the Guanabara Bay. All three crew members were injured while the aircraft was lost. Probable cause (official findings): It was determined that the loss o
Curtiss C-46 Commando