Small plane crashes into Brazilian building, killing three people instantly

May 5, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Small plane crashes into Brazilian building, killing three people instantly

Small Plane Crashes into Building in Brazil

A small plane carrying five people crashed into a residential building in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, shortly after takeoff. The incident occurred at Pampulha Airport, where the aircraft departed minutes before the crash.

According to reports, three people were killed in the accident, while two others were hospitalized with injuries. No residents on the ground reported any injuries.

Details of the plane’s flight path and circumstances surrounding the crash are still being investigated. The cause of the incident is not yet known.

The Pampulha Airport is a residential area, and authorities have confirmed that no one was injured among residents who were in the vicinity at the time of the accident.

An investigation into the crash is underway to determine the exact cause of the incident.

Source: Al Jazeera