1989day.year
Transbrasil Flight 801 crashes into a slum near São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport, killing 25 people.
Transbrasil Flight 801 crashes into a São Paulo slum shortly after takeoff, killing 25 people.
On March 21, 1989, Transbrasil Flight 801, a Boeing 707 cargo plane, crashed into a densely populated slum near São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport. The aircraft encountered difficulties soon after takeoff and descended uncontrollably into the Vila Barros settlement. The impact and subsequent fire claimed the lives of all crew members and several residents on the ground, totaling 25 fatalities. Emergency responders faced challenges navigating the narrow streets and rubble to reach survivors. The tragedy highlighted concerns about flight paths over urban areas and the risks posed by rapid city expansion. An investigation examined aircraft maintenance records, pilot decisions, and regulatory oversight. The crash remains one of Brazil’s most devastating aviation accidents, prompting reforms in safety protocols.
1989
Transbrasil Flight 801
slum
São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport