Airbus A300 crash near Monterrey, Mexico

5 fatalities • Monterrey, Mexico

An Aero Union Airbus A300-200 crashed during its approach to Monterrey, resulting in multiple fatalities.

What happened

At approximately 23:00 local time on April 13, 2010, an Airbus A300B4-203, registered as XA-TUE, crashed while on approach to Monterrey, Mexico. The aircraft was operating in weather conditions characterized by IMC, rain showers, and cumulonimbus clouds, with a visibility of 3 statute miles and winds of 110 degrees at 12 knots.

The impact resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and 6 fatalities, consisting of 5 crewmembers and one person on the ground.

Probable cause

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Apr 2010 AIRBUS A300B4-203 accident near Monterrey, Mexico?

An Aero Union Airbus A300-200 crashed during its approach to Monterrey, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Apr 2010 AIRBUS A300B4-203 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Apr 2010 involved a AIRBUS A300B4-203, operated by Aero Union, at Monterrey, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

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