All 61 Passengers Killed in ATR 72 Plane Crash Near São Paulo, Brazil

Daily1News August 10, 2024
Plane Crashing in Brazil

Tragedy struck near São Paulo, Brazil, on Friday when a regional turboprop plane carrying 61 people crashed, leaving no survivors. The aircraft, an ATR 72-500, went down in the town of Vinhedo, about 80 kilometers (50 miles) northwest of São Paulo. This devastating incident has left a community in shock and a nation in mourning. SHOW MORE


Heart-wrenching video clips circulating on social media captured the terrifying final moments of the flight. The plane, seen spiraling out of control, plummeted behind a cluster of trees near a residential area. Moments later, a massive plume of black smoke billowed into the sky, a stark sign of the tragedy that had just unfolded. Continue..........


Local officials in Valinhos, a town close to the crash site, confirmed the heartbreaking news—there were no survivors. Miraculously, only one home in a nearby condominium complex was damaged, and thankfully, none of the residents were injured. SHOW MORE


President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, visibly moved, addressed the nation shortly after the news broke. "I have to be the bearer of really bad news," he said, asking those present to join him in a moment of silence to honor the victims of this tragic accident. Continue............


The ill-fated flight was operated by Voepass, a regional airline. The plane had taken off from Cascavel in Paraná state and was on route to São Paulo's main international airport when it crashed. While the cause of the crash remains unknown, the airline confirmed that the aircraft was registered as PS-VPB. SHOW MORE 


In response to the crash, São Paulo’s state fire brigade quickly mobilized, sending seven crews to the scene in an effort to control the situation and assist in any possible way. Continue............


The aircraft manufacturer, ATR, which is jointly owned by Airbus and the Italian aerospace group Leonardo, has yet to comment on the incident. As investigations begin, the focus will be on determining what led to this tragic event and how similar incidents can be prevented in the future. SHOW MORE


This crash is a sobering reminder of the unpredictability of life and the importance of safety in aviation. As families mourn the loss of their loved ones, the entire nation stands with them, offering thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.


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