A Douglas C-47A passenger plane crashed near Palmeira de Goi s, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of all 24 passengers and crew. The aircraft operated from Jata¡ to Rio de Janeiro via Rio Verde, Goiƒnia, Uberlƒndia, and Belo Horizonte. A fire broke out during en route between Rio Verde and Goiƒnia, which then ‘exploded’ in mid-air. The cause of the accident remains undetermined, partly due to looting by local population and the presence of flammable materials. Initial investigation suggests the fire may have originated in the luggage compartment.A Douglas C-47A passenger plane crashed near Palmeira de Goi s, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of all 24 passengers and crew. The aircraft operated from Jata¡ to Rio de Janeiro via Rio Verde, Goiƒnia, Uberlƒndia, and Belo Horizonte. A fire broke out during en route between Rio Verde and Goiƒnia, which then ‘exploded’ in mid-air. The cause of the accident remains undetermined, partly due to looting by local population and the presence of flammable materials. Initial investigation suggests the fire may have originated in the luggage compartment.