Accident Overview
On February 23, 2016, at 1805 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-28-140, Guatemalan registration TG-PEW, was destroyed when it impacted terrain near Palin, Guatemala. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The accident is under investigation by the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil of Guatemala.
Flight Details
The flight originated from La Aurora Airport in Guatemala City, Guatemala, and was en route to San José Airport in Puerto San José, Guatemala. No further details about the flight or the circumstances leading to the accident have been released by the investigating authority.
Investigation
The Guatemalan government, through the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil, has jurisdiction and control over the investigation. This report is based solely on information released by or obtained from the Guatemalan government. Further information may be obtained from the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil at 9 Ave. 14-75 Aeropuerto Internacional La Aurora Zona 13, Guatemala, Centro América, or via www.dgacguate.com.