Brazilian pilot dies in accident while fighting fire in the USA

Brazilian pilot Juliana Turchetti, 45, died on Wednesday afternoon (10) during a plane crash in the state of Montana, in the United States. Juliana was participating in a firefighting operation in the region. The information was confirmed by the police of Lewis and Clark County, in Montana.

Juliana worked for the company Dauntless Air, which fights fires in the US. According to the American police, Juliana leaves behind a son and family in Brazil.

In a statement issued yesterday afternoon, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and Idaho Governor Brad Little mourned the death.

“We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the young wildland firefighter who tragically died responding to the Horse Gulch Fire in Helena, Montana. Our first responders and wildland firefighters risk their lives to respond quickly to threats and protect our communities. It is a true act of bravery to run toward the fire. We join all Montanans and Idahoans in praying for the family and friends of the fallen hero during this tragic time,” the statement read.

The National Union of Agricultural Aviation Companies of Brazil mourned Turchetti’s death in a post on social media.

Note of condolence — Juliana Turchetti

SINDAG expresses its deep regret for the death of Brazilian agricultural pilot Juliana Turchetti, which occurred on the afternoon of Wednesday the 10th, during a fire-fighting operation in Montana, in the United States.

A demonstration of the strength of women in the sector and the determination and professionalism of Brazilian pilots, Juliana will continue to be an example of determination for dozens of young people who fight every year to graduate and specialize in aviation schools throughout Brazil.