Cessna 188 accident near Mineiros, Outside the U.S., April 14, 2022
On April 14, 2022 at about 10:30 am local time, a 1976 Cessna 188, registered PRAAM, was substantially damaged in an accident during maneuvering (low-alt flying) near Mineiros, Outside the U.S.. It was flown under non-U.S. commercial rules. 1 person was killed.
The NTSB's probable cause their words, unchanged
The NTSB has not yet published a probable cause for this accident. Investigations usually take one to two years; this page updates when the final report is released.
Source: NTSB aviation accident database, copy made October 5, 2026. Docket and reports at the NTSB.
What the record shows
- Date
- April 14, 2022 · about 10:30 am local time
- Place
- Mineiros, Brazil · map
- Type
- Accident
- Injuries
- 1 person was killed.
- Weather
- not recorded
- Aircraft
- Cessna 188 B, built 1976 · all 188s on the register
- Registration
- PRAAM · no longer on the register · serial 18802728T
- Damage
- Substantial damage
- Flight
- Flight · non-U.S. commercial rules
The factual record from the NTSB's investigation tables, in plain English
What happened, in order
- Loss of control in flight during maneuvering (low-alt flying) defining event
The aircraft
- Landing gear: fixed
- Not recorded
- Operator: Brazil (Savana Aero Agricola Ltda)
Weather at the time
- Temperature: 0°F (-18°C), dew point 0°F (-18°C)
Injuries
| Fatal | Serious | Minor | None | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flight crew | 1 |
Documents from the investigation the NTSB's docket: the evidence folder behind the report
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