Cessna A188 accident near Lucas Do Rio Verde, Br, March 23, 2024
On March 23, 2024 at about 3:00 pm local time, a Cessna A188, registered PRAGA, was substantially damaged in an accident during maneuvering (low-alt flying) near Lucas Do Rio Verde. It was flown under non-U.S. private 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
- March 23, 2024 · about 3:00 pm local time
- Place
- Lucas Do Rio Verde, Brazil · map
- Type
- Accident
- Injuries
- 1 person was killed.
- Weather
- not recorded
- Aircraft
- Cessna A188 B · all A188s on the register
- Registration
- PRAGA · no longer on the register
- Damage
- Substantial damage
- Flight
- Flight · non-U.S. private 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
Weather at the time
- Wind: from 100° at 9 knots
- Visibility: 6 statute miles
- Sky: broken clouds at 800 ft
- Temperature: 77°F (25°C), dew point 72°F (22°C)
- Observation at 11:00 am from SBVH, 236 miles away
Weather report (METAR): SBVH 231500Z 10009KT 9999 BKN008 BKN020 25/22 Q1015
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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