1 fatality

Twin-engine aircraft crash during landing (XA-FEI)

Talpa de Allende, MexicoLanding (descent or approach)

On September 25, 1946, an Avro 652 Anson (registration XA-FEI) operated by Private Mexico was involved in an aviation accident near Talpa de Allende, Mexico during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-05Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed while attempting to land, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries. The specific cause of the accident remains unknown.

What happened

The incident involved a twin-engine aircraft that experienced a failure during the final approach and landing phase. The aircraft impacted the ground and came to rest in a condition described as damaged beyond repair. There is no indication in the available records regarding specific mechanical failures or weather conditions at the time of the event.

Findings

Investigations into this accident have not yielded a definitive explanation for why the crash occurred. The official record states that the reason for the landing failure is unknown. As a result of the impact, one female passenger lost her life, and nine other occupants sustained injuries. Due to the extent of the damage, the airframe was written off.