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Brazilian Plane Crash Investigation Reveals Critical Moments Before Impact

Black box data shows pilots struggled with altitude loss and power issues before the fatal crash that killed 62 people.

  • Investigators have retrieved the black box but its contents don't clarify the crash's cause.
  • Pilots noticed a steep loss of altitude one minute before the crash and called for more power.
  • The aircraft, an ATR-72, spiraled out of control and crashed near São Paulo, killing all on board.
  • No emergency or adverse weather conditions were reported by the pilots before the crash.
  • Experts speculate that icing on the plane's wings may have contributed to the accident.
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