Businessman Victor Simões da Silva and pilot killed in Tangará Airport crash
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Victor Simões da Silva, a shareholder of Grupo Simões, died with the pilot when their private aircraft crashed on the runway of Tangará Airport in Orlândia, São Paulo, shortly after takeoff on 16 October 2026.
Accident details
The aircraft crashed on the runway of Tangará Airport shortly after takeoff on 16 October 2026. The crash occurred at approximately 16h49 in an open area, causing minor damage to airport structures.
Victims
The businessman Victor Simões da Silva, a shareholder of Grupo Simões, and the pilot were both killed in the crash.
Investigation
CENIPA was called to investigate the accident.