What happened
On November 4, 2008, at 18:46 CST, a Learjet 45, registration XC-VMC, was performing an approach to Benito Juárez Mexico City International Airport (MMMX) in Mexico City, Mexico. During the approach, the aircraft struck terrain and buildings.
The accident resulted in 8 fatal injuries to the nine passengers and crew on board, and the aircraft was destroyed. The impact also caused significant casualties on the ground, with reports indicating 14 fatal injuries and 40 injuries to people on the ground.
The flight had originated from Ponciano Arriaga International (MMSP) airport in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. At the time of the accident, weather conditions were visual meteorological conditions.