8 fatalities

20 Apr 2014: BRITISH AEROSPACE HS 125 700A — KAMAN CORPORATION — Saltillo, Mexico

Saltillo, Mexico

On 20 Apr 2014, a BRITISH AEROSPACE HS 125 700A operated by KAMAN CORPORATION was involved in an aviation accident near Saltillo, Mexico. 8 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On April 19, 2014, a British Aerospace HS125-700A (XA-UKR) struck an industrial complex and terrain during final approach to Plan de Guadalupe International Airport in Saltillo, Mexico. The aircraft, en route from Cozumel, was destroyed by impact and fire; all eight occupants were fatally injured.

Incident

On April 19, 2014, about 1945 hours central daylight time, a British Aerospace HS 125-700A, registration XA-UKR, impacted an industrial complex and terrain while on final approach to Plan de Guadalupe International Airport (SLW) near Saltillo, Mexico. The aircraft had originated from Cozumel Island and was destined for SLW.

Post-Impact Fire

A postimpact ground fire occurred, and the airplane was destroyed.

Occupants and Injuries

The pilot, co-pilot, and six passengers were fatally injured. The source does not specify whether any persons on the ground were injured or killed.

Investigation

The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). This report is for informational purposes only and contains information released by or obtained from the government of Mexico. Further information may be obtained from the DGAC at the address provided in the source.