On 24 Feb 2016, a Boeing 737 7CT operated by Westjet was involved in an aviation accident near a Mitad de la Pista del Aeropuerto, Mexico. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Not determined. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 13 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
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The NTSB is assisting Mexican authorities in an investigation regarding a WestJet Boeing 737 accident.
The government of Mexico notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Boeing 737, registration C-FIWJ, which took place on February 24, 2016. The incident occurred at a Mitad de la Pista del Aeropuerto, MX.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation being conducted by the Mexican government. There were no fatalities and no injuries reported in relation to this event. All investigative details will be released by the Mexican authorities.
Probable cause
Not determined
Related events
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