An investigation into the helicopter crash in Recreio, which resulted in the death of journalist Guilherme Paes, has revealed that one of the helicopters involved was previously fined for concealing official documentation regarding its private services. Government inspectors discovered the documentation was deliberately hidden during a prior inspection. The incident is prompting scrutiny of illegal air taxi operations in the Rio de Janeiro area. Authorities are now investigating whether the previous violation contributed to the crash. The investigation focuses on whether the helicopters were operating as an unauthorized air taxi service. This discovery adds a new layer to the ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal accident.