Authorities investigating the recent Brazilian plane crash that killed all 62 people on board now have the full transcript of the cockpit voice recorder, but it did not immediately reveal the cause of the accident. The transcript shows that the pilot and copilot noticed a steep loss of altitude about one minute before the crash. The report, shared by local TV station Globo, indicated that the copilot asked the pilot about the situation, stating that the plane needed “more power” to be stabilized. The ATR-72 turboprop aircraft, operated by Voepass, was en route from Cascavel to Sao Paulo when it crashed in Vinhedo, killing everyone on board.
Amid speculation about potential causes of the crash, the Brazilian air force stated that the pilots did not report any emergency or adverse weather conditions before the incident. Video footage captured the ATR-72 spiraling out of control and crashing behind a cluster of trees near residential areas. The authorities are still investigating the crash, and analysis of the audio alone is not enough to determine what led to the accident. Experts have not identified any characteristic sounds, such as those from fire, electrical issues, or engine malfunctions, in the audio recordings, though they acknowledged the challenges of deciphering the content.
One of the potential factors being considered is icing on the plane’s wing, as some videos of the crash seemed to suggest that ice buildup could have played a role. However, authorities have neither confirmed nor ruled out this possibility at this stage of the investigation. The lack of clear evidence in the audio recordings and the complexity of determining the exact cause of the crash have made the investigation challenging for the team looking into the tragic incident. The Brazilian aviation accident investigation center, Cenipa, has yet to provide further comments on the findings.
The tragic crash, which occurred in a town northwest of Sao Paulo, has deeply affected the local community and raised concerns about aviation safety. The loss of all 62 people on board the flight has prompted a thorough investigation by authorities to understand what went wrong and prevent similar accidents in the future. The detailed analysis of the cockpit voice recorder transcript will be crucial in piecing together the sequence of events leading up to the crash and identifying any potential contributing factors that may have caused the tragic accident. The aviation safety experts working on the case are dedicated to uncovering the truth behind the incident and ensuring that lessons are learned from this devastating event.
