Santa Rita do Passa Quatro (SP – Brazil) – Et A-29 Super Tucano from Smoke Squadronthe Brazilian Air Force’s acrobatics demonstration teamcrashed Wednesday morning (30) during a formation training with three other aircraft.
The accident took place in the area around Santa Rita do Passa Quatro, in the state of São Paulo. Videos circulating on social media show the moment when two aircraft collide in the air during a maneuver.
One of the planes managed to return safely to the airline base at the Academy Academy in Pirassununga. The other, which was severely damaged, crashed on a ground after the pilot activated the catapult seat.
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According to preliminary information it was A-29 Super Tucano with serial number 5 and registration FAB 5724 who was involved in the accident. The pilot shot out and was quickly saved.
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In an official statement informed Air Force’s command structure That the pilot is in good health and undergoes routine medical examinations. “The pilot shot out with success, is by good health and receives medical follow -up according to protocol“FAB said.
The cause of the accident will be investigated by relevant authorities in the Brazilian air defense.
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