The tragic crash of a Brazilian plane has left the nation in mourning, with President Lula da Silva declaring three days of national mourning. The ATR 72-500 aircraft, operated by Voy Pass, crashed in Vinhedo while on a domestic flight from Cascavel to Guarulhos International Airport. All 62 individuals on board, including 58 passengers and 4 crew members, perished in the accident. Eyewitness accounts and social media footage have raised questions about the cause of the crash, with speculation pointing towards a potential engine failure due to ice formation on the wings.
Aviation experts suggest that the plane's spiral descent and subsequent crash could be attributed to a sudden engine stop, which would drastically reduce lift and control. Passenger aircraft are equipped with de-icing systems, but if they fail, pilots can lower altitude to melt ice with warmer air. Investigators are currently analyzing the black boxes to uncover the precise cause of this tragic incident. Brazil has seen a concerning rise in aviation accidents, with over 108 recorded this year alone, resulting in numerous fatalities.
