On 20 Aug 2018, an AIRBUS A321-271N No Series operated by Consecionaria Vuela Compania de Aviacion was involved in an aviation accident near Tapachula, Mexico. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Not determined. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
The Mexican government is investigating an accident involving an Airbus A321-271N that occurred near Tapachula, Mexico.
The government of Mexico notified the NTSB of an accident involving an Airbus A321-271N, registration N535VL, which took place on August 20, 2018.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the Mexican authorities with their investigation. There were no injuries reported in the event. All investigative findings will be released by the government of Mexico.
Probable cause
Not determined
Related events
Same aircraft family
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9 Feb 2026 — Airbus A321-271NX (JetBlue Airways)
9 Feb 2026 — AIRBUS A321-271NX (JETBLUE AIRWAYS CORP)