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Brazilian inquiry says Gol 737-800 crew should have gone around before Recife runway excursion

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Brazilian investigators say a Gol Boeing 737-800 should have executed a go-around during its night approach to Recife after crosswind and rain sharply worsened on short final. The aircraft drifted beyond the runway edge, prompting scrutiny of crew decision-making and approach stability during deteriorating conditions.

Discovered 2026-09-14T23:51:02.539240-07:00 | 2026-09-14T23:51:02.539240-07:00

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  • The inquiry highlights the operational risks of continuing a night approach when crosswind and rain deteriorate rapidly, with investigators identifying a missed go-around opportunity.
  • The findings are relevant to approach-stability policies, crew training and safety-management systems for operators flying 737-800s and other narrowbody fleets.
  • No directly relevant previous clusters were provided for additional context.

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