Aviation

VoePass Plane crash in Brazil’s São Paulo state kills all 61 on board

Voepass Flight 2283, an ATR passenger aircraft, crashed in Vinhedo, Brazil.

A plane atr 72-500 turboprop carrying 62 people crashed in a residential area of Vinhedo, São Paulo state, Brazil, on Friday. The crash resulted in a massive fire, and it remains unclear how many people were injured or killed.

Witnesses described the aircraft as falling straight down, raising concerns about the cause of the incident.

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VoePass Airlines confirmed that the flight, which was bound for São Paulo’s Guarulhos International Airport, had 58 passengers and 4 crew members on board. The airline did not specify the cause of the crash.

A Fatal plane crash today, Firefighters confirmed that the plane went down in Vinhedo, but further details have not yet been released.

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Emergency teams are on the scene, and there are fears of fatalities among both those on the plane and people on the ground.

Brazilian television network GloboNews broadcast footage showing flat spin aircraft a large fire and smoke rising from what appeared to be the plane’s fuselage in a densely populated neighborhood.

This led in the crash of Yeti Airlines Flight 691, which killed 72 lives.

Additional footage depicted the aircraft spiraling downward before crashing.

During a public event in southern Brazil, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva led the crowd in a moment of silence for the victims.

The aircraft was on a flight from Cascavel to Guarulhos when it crashed, and initial reports suggest that 70 people may have lost their lives.

A plane has crashed in São Paulo, Brazil, claiming the lives of 70 people. #planecrash https://t.co/76QfygYpGu— Satya Prakash (@_SatyaPrakash08) August 9, 2024

New video shows Voepass Flight 2283 crashing into houses in Vinhedo, but the exact number of casualties remains uncertain.

Aviation

India Launches Its Medium-Lift Class Helicopter Program, chooses New Engine

India’s longstanding need for a Medium Helicopter may soon become a reality as the country has fully ramped up its engine development efforts. This new helicopter is set to replace the Russian-built models currently in service and will play a crucial role across various scenarios for the Indian Armed Forces.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd. (SAFHAL) have launched a groundbreaking partnership to develop a state-of-the-art high-power engine named Aravalli.

This new engine will power the upcoming 13-ton Medium Lift Helicopter (IMRH) and the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH), both of which are being designed and developed by HAL.

Named after the majestic Aravalli mountain range in India, the Aravalli engine symbolizes the country’s drive for self-reliance, or Aatmanirbharta, in critical engine technologies. This cutting-edge engine will be instrumental for the IMRH, a versatile 13-ton multi-role helicopter designed to meet the needs of the Indian armed forces, and the DBMRH, a 12.5-ton naval variant tailored for the Indian Navy.

The IMRH is poised to become a cornerstone of the Indian armed forces over the next decade. With its first flight expected in 3 to 4 years, the IMRH is anticipated to begin induction by 2030, with plans to integrate between 300 to 400 units, and potentially more in the future.

The IMRH is envisioned as a highly versatile multi-role helicopter that will enhance the operational capabilities of the Indian military. The DBMRH, designed for naval operations, will also face the challenges of high-altitude environments in regions such as Ladakh, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh—areas of strategic importance due to their proximity to the China border.

In addition to its military applications, the Aravalli engine is projected to enter the civil market, serving roles in offshore operations, utility services, and VVIP transport. The long-term vision includes Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activities to further extend the engine’s utility and support the aviation industry.

This collaboration between HAL and SAFHAL builds on their successful history of working together on the Shakti engine, which powers several HAL helicopters, including the Advanced Light Helicopter Dhruv, the Light Combat Helicopter Prachand, and the Light Utility Helicopter. The proven success of this partnership lays a strong foundation for the development of the Aravalli engine, setting the stage for a new era in India’s helicopter capabilities.