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Agricultural Plane Crash in Fernandópolis Results in Pilot's Death

Fernandópolis, Brazil – November 14, 2024

A tragic accident occurred on Thursday involving an Air Tractor AT-602 aircraft registered as PP-PLR, operated by Fama Aviação Agrícola Ltda. The agricultural plane, which was newly manufactured in 2024 (MSN: 602-1376), crashed under unknown circumstances while performing an aerial operation in Fernandópolis, São Paulo. Unfortunately, the sole occupant of the aircraft, the pilot, was killed in the crash.

The accident happened during the manoeuvring phase of an agricultural operation. Witnesses reported that the cropduster had flown over the designated area four times before the crash. The exact cause of the accident remains unclear at this time.

The aircraft was destroyed upon impact, marking a devastating loss for both the operator and the community. No other injuries or fatalities were reported on the ground.

Brazil's CENIPA (Centro de Investigação e Prevenção de Acidentes Aeronáuticos) has initiated an investigation into the incident, although details so far are limited, with most information currently sourced from news outlets and social media.

This unfortunate event highlights the risks associated with aerial agricultural operations and has prompted an outpouring of condolences for the pilot's family.

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