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Plane crashes In Brazilian Neighborhood


On May 29, 2013, an Aerocomp Comp Air B experimental air craft was in its initial climb in Sorocaba, São Paulo Brazil when it developed problems.

According to witnesses, the aircraft spun in the air, and attempted to land.

The pilots tried to land but struck two trees and crashed into two houses in the St. William neighborhood of Sorocaba. The pilot and copilot died at the scene.

Responding Emergency services included firefighters, military police, Municipal Civil Guard.

The cause of the accident has not been released. The investigation is optional since this was an experimental plane.

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