Video: Large passenger plane crashes in Brazil’s Sao Paulo, killing all 61 people on board
Sao Paulo's state fire brigade confirmed that the plane had crashed in Vinhedo
A large passenger plane carrying 61people crashed in Vinhedo, Brazil on Friday (Aug 9), as per reports. Voepass Flight 2283 was heading to Sao Paulo from Cascavel and was scheduled to reach the destination at 1:40 pm (local time). All those inside the aircraft died.
BREAKING: Voepass Flight 2283, a large passenger plane, crashes in Vinhedo, Brazil pic.twitter.com/wmpJLVYbB3 — BNO News (@BNONews) August 9, 2024
Sao Paulo's state fire brigade confirmed that the plane had crashed in Vinhedo and seven crewwere rushed to the accident site.
FlightAware reported that the aircraft was ATR ATR-72 (twin-turboprop).
Footage aired by Brazil's TV GloboNews showed a large area engulfed in flames, with smoke billowing from what appeared to be the plane's fuselage. Another video making rounds on social media showsthe aircraft spiralling downward vertically before crashing.
City officials at Valinhos, near Vinhedo, said a home in the local condominium complex had been damaged after the plane crashed into its backyard. None of the residents were hurt.
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
The greatest fighter jets that never flew: Top 8 cancelled fighter jets that had serious potential
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Who rules the skies? Meet top 10 nations with most advanced fighter jets
)
Exposed by Chris Martin! App Astronomer CEO Andy Byron's 'affair' with Kristin Cabot caught on camera during Coldplay concert
)
6-minute total solar eclipse will plunge major parts of world into darkness. Is your city on the list?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
US tried to shoot down this jet 100 times, failed every time! Here’s why
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
F-35’s nuclear edge: Why the world’s deadliest fighter jet is now a doomsday machine
)
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron’s wife drops last name from social media profiles, deactivates account after viral ‘kiss cam’ clip
)
Why is India where it is? Because 'ghost' force under Oman pushed it 40 million years ago
)
Voyager 1 at one light-day: Spacecraft to reach unthinkable milestone after 49 years
)
Exclusive: Horse racing needs security. We can’t dream if we’re unsure about tomorrow', says Indian jockey Suraj Narredu
)
Skin-toned makeup or health issue? Trump's swollen ankles, bruised hands pave way for rumours - Here's what doctors said
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Meet 5 captains with the most runs in a Test series – Shubman Gill knocks on the door
)
US designates TRF, involved in Pahalgam attack, as terrorist group, proxy of Pak-based LeT
)
India test-fires Prithvi-II and Agni-I ballistic missiles successfully under nuclear command
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
7 must-watch psychological thriller series you can't miss on Netflix, Prime and more
)
Trump’s ankles swollen due to chronic venous condition, hand bruises due to irritation from ‘handshakes’: White House
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Stimulus payments worth $300 to $1,700 coming in July: Do you qualify? Here's how you can claim your rebate
Some aviation experts speculatedthat ice had built up on the plane or it had experienced engine failure, but investigators said it was too early to determine the cause of the crash.
Speaking at an event, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva asked for a minute of silence for the victims of the crash, adding that all on board were presumed dead.
The airline in a statement said it couldn't provide any reason for the crash.
(With inputs from agencies)