Tragedy Strikes as Voepass Plane with 62 on Board Crashes in Brazil

https://icaro.icaromediagroup.com/system/images/photos/16317016/original/open-uri20240809-56-kchka4?1723230758
ICARO Media Group
News
09/08/2024 19h11

A devastating plane crash in Brazil has claimed the lives of all 62 passengers onboard, according to authorities. The aircraft, operated by Voepass, was en route from Cascavel to Guarulhos Airport near Sao Paulo when the tragic incident occurred on Friday. The airline has stated that the cause of the accident is still unknown.

The passenger plane carried 58 passengers and had a crew of four members, making it a total of 62 individuals on board. Military police have confirmed that they believe there were no survivors. The crash was reported to the authorities at approximately 1:28 p.m. local time.

The two-engine ATR 72 model aircraft came down near a residential building in Vinhedo, outside Sao Paulo. Reports from Sao Paulo federal police indicate that one resident sustained injuries in the crash. Disturbing footage of the incident captured the plane spiraling out of control before engulfing in a massive fireball.

The President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, paid tribute to the victims of the tragic accident during an event on Friday. He requested a minute of silence from the crowd as a mark of respect. Meanwhile, the Governor of Sao Paulo is returning from Vitoria to oversee the situation and manage the aftermath.

Brazil's civil aviation agency has issued a statement announcing their plans to launch a thorough investigation into the crash. It is yet to be determined what caused the ATR 72 to go down near Vinhedo.

As this remains a developing story, updates will be made available as further details emerge. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in this horrific incident.

The views expressed in this article do not reflect the opinion of ICARO, or any of its affiliates.

Related