1 fatality

12 Mar 2017: PIPER PA25 235 — Etchoropo, Sonora, Mexico

Etchoropo, Sonora, Mexico

On 12 Mar 2017, a PIPER PA25 235 was involved in an aviation accident near Etchoropo, Sonora, Mexico. One person was killed. 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 March 12, 2017, a Piper PA25-235 (XB-FHP) impacted terrain near Etchoropo, Sonora, Mexico. The pilot sustained fatal injuries and the aircraft was destroyed. The DGAC is investigating.

Accident Details

On March 12, 2017, at 2050 hours coordinated universal time, a Piper PA25-235 airplane, Mexican registration XB-FHP, impacted terrain near Etchoropo, Sonora, Mexico. The pilot was fatally injured and the aircraft was destroyed by impact forces.

Aircraft Information

The accident aircraft was a Piper PA25-235, a single-engine agricultural aircraft. The Mexican registration was XB-FHP. No further details about the aircraft's history or maintenance were provided in the initial report.

Investigation

The investigation into the accident is under the jurisdiction of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) of Mexico. 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 official release.