Historical Events tagged with "rio branco"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Rico Linhas Aéreas Flight 4823 Crash Details

August 30th, 2002 22 years ago

Rico Linhas Aéreas Flight 4823, a regional flight, crashed during its final approach to Rio Branco International Airport in Brazil. Of the 31 individuals on board, 23 were killed in the tragic incident. Reports indicate that adverse weather conditions, including low visibility, may have contributed to the accident as the aircraft struggled to land safely amidst thick clouds and rain.

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