Aircraft crash near Pie de la Cuesta Air Force Base

4 fatalities • Pie de la Cuesta AFB, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A military flight crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Pie de la Cuesta Air Force Base, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

A routine flight departing from Pie de la Cuesta Air Force Base ended in a fatal accident during its initial climb. The aircraft was en route to Santa Lucia Air Force Base, located near Mexico City, when the incident occurred.

Only a few minutes after leaving the runway, the aircraft experienced a loss of control. The flight path deviated significantly, leading to an impact with the ocean surface approximately 9 km southeast of the departure airfield. The crash resulted in four fatalities, with all crew members on board losing their lives.

Findings

No specific technical reasons for the loss of control were detailed in the initial report, though the accident occurred during the takeoff phase of the flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2006-12-16 Antonov AN-32 accident near Pie de la Cuesta AFB, Mexico?

A military flight crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Pie de la Cuesta Air Force Base, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 2006-12-16 Antonov AN-32 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2006-12-16 involved a Antonov AN-32, registration 3103, operated by Mexican Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Mexicana, at Pie de la Cuesta AFB, Mexico.

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