Analysis of predominant factors for the occurrence of aviation incidents in Brazil

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DOI:
https://doi.org/10.47456/bjpe.v11i4.48813
Keywords:
Statistical Quality Control, Aviation, Aviation Incidents, Air Safety, Failure
Abstract

Context: Safety in Brazilian civil aviation is vital for the sector trust. The Brazilian Aeronautical Accidents Investigation and Prevention Center (CENIPA) investigates occurrences, classifying their causes into operational, human, and material factors.

Objective: To identify the predominant factor in aeronautical incidents in Brazil (2014-2023), providing input to CENIPA to focus on preventive actions and increase the reliability of air operations.

Method: Statistical quality control and the Pareto principle were used to identify trends, prioritize problems, and analyze the predominance of each factor.

Results: It was concluded that CENIPA faces difficulties in identifying the causes of aeronautical incidents, as many factors were classified as unavailable in the database. The analysis of existing data reveals the predominance of the operational factor in incidents, accounting for approximately 96% of occurrences, with the human factor representing about 4%, and material and other factors showing almost negligible influence. The main types of occurrences associated with the operational factor were bird strikes and system/component failure or malfunction.

Conclusions: It is recommended that CENIPA prioritize the development and implementation of solutions targeting the operational factor to reduce incidents in Brazilian civil aviation.

Author Biographies
  1. Gabriel Joaquim Lima Araujo, Federal University of Piauí

    Holds a technical-professional degree in Computer Science from the Federal Institute of Piauí (2020) and a high school diploma from the Federal Institute of Piauí (2020). Currently pursuing a degree in Production Engineering at the Federal University of Piauí.

  2. Giovanna Sepulveda de Oliveira Macedo Fortes, Federal University of Piauí

    Undergraduate student in Production Engineering at UFPI.

  3. Victória Gomes Lourenço de Oliveira, Federal University of Piauí

    She holds a high school diploma from the Domingos Alves da Costa School (2019). She is currently pursuing a degree in Production Engineering at the Federal University of Piauí.

  4. Italo Emmanoel Mesquita Oliveira de Moura, Universidade Federal do Piauí

    Substitute Professor in the Department of Production Engineering at the Federal University of Piauí, with the following research interests: Life Cycle Thinking and its tools. Environmental management of products, processes, and services. Holds a Technical Degree in Mechanics from the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Piauí - IFPI (2015), a Bachelor's Degree in Production Engineering from the Uninovafapi University Center (2019), a Master's Degree in Development and Environment from the Federal University of Piauí - UFPI (2023), and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Development and Environment (UFPI). Participated in the 2015 Young Ambassadors program of the US Diplomatic Mission in Brazil and the US Department of State, undertaking diplomatic visits, volunteering, training in social project development, and leadership. Received honorary citizenship in Pensacola, Florida (USA) in 2015; Academic Honors in undergraduate studies in 2020. Alumni Gallery - Inspiring Stories: From CCL to life, in 2024, and Honorable Mention UFPI Dissertation and Thesis Award 2024 Prof. Benedito Borges da Silva. Has experience with volunteer work, teaching English, tutoring, and professional experience in the administrative and industrial areas.

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2025-11-10
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Vol. 11 No. 4 (2025): Regular Issue (October - December) *Continuous Publication of Articles
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Araujo, G. J. L., Fortes, G. S. de O. M., Oliveira, V. G. L. de, & Moura, I. E. M. O. de. (2025). Analysis of predominant factors for the occurrence of aviation incidents in Brazil. Brazilian Journal of Production Engineering, 11(4), 167-179. https://doi.org/10.47456/bjpe.v11i4.48813