No fatalities

NTSB Assists Mexico in 2019 Piper PA25 Accident Investigation

Mazatan, Chiapas, Mexico

On September 5, 2019, a PIPER PA25 150 operated by Muricio de Leon Sachez was involved in an aviation accident near Mazatan, Chiapas, Mexico. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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The Mexican government notified the NTSB of a September 5, 2019, Piper PA25 accident. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13, with Mexico releasing all findings.

Incident Notification and International Cooperation On September 5, 2019, a Piper PA25 aircraft was involved in an accident in Mexico. The Mexican government formally notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the incident. In accordance with international aviation safety protocols, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the Mexican government’s investigation. This collaboration was conducted under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs the investigation of international aviation accidents. All investigative information and final findings are to be released exclusively by the government of Mexico.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Sept 2019 PIPER PA25 150 accident near Mazatan, Chiapas, Mexico?

The Mexican government notified the NTSB of a September 5, 2019, Piper PA25 accident. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13, with Mexico releasing all findings.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Sept 2019 PIPER PA25 150 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Sept 2019 involved a PIPER PA25 150, operated by Muricio de Leon Sachez, at Mazatan, Chiapas, Mexico.