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Piper Aztec Crash at La Aurora International Airport

Guatemala City, Guatemala

On May 14, 2009, a Piper PA-23-250 was involved in an aviation accident near Guatemala City, Guatemala. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Government of the Republic of Guatemala. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A Piper Aztec with Guatemalan registration TG-ALD was destroyed shortly after takeoff from La Aurora International Airport on May 14, 2009, killing the pilot and five passengers.

Overview and Incident Details On May 14, 2009, at 2045 UTC, a Piper Aztec twin-engine airplane bearing the Guatemalan registration TG-ALD was destroyed shortly after takeoff from La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City, Guatemala. The accident resulted in the fatal injuries of the pilot and five passengers aboard the aircraft. The flight had an instrument flight plan filed, and the aircraft's intended destination was Belize. The accident investigation was conducted under the jurisdiction and control of the Government of the Republic of Guatemala, with the Dirección General de Aviación Civil (DGAC) serving as the responsible authority. The report is provided for informational purposes only and contains information released by, or obtained from, the Government of the Republic of Guatemala.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 May 2009 Piper PA-23-250 accident near Guatemala City, Guatemala?

A Piper Aztec with Guatemalan registration TG-ALD was destroyed shortly after takeoff from La Aurora International Airport on May 14, 2009, killing the pilot and five passengers.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 May 2009 Piper PA-23-250 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 May 2009 involved a Piper PA-23-250, at Guatemala City, Guatemala.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Government of the Republic of Guatemala. Further information may be obtained from: Republica de Guatemala Direccion General de Aviacion Civil (DGAC) Aeropuerto Internacional "La Aurora" Zona 13 Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala Centro America This…

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