Fatal aircraft accident near Tepic Airport

9 fatalities • Tepic-Amado Nervo, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its initial climb following departure from Tepic Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

On the date of the incident, a twin engine aircraft departed from Tepic Airport. During the early stages of the flight, while the aircraft was in its climbing phase, it experienced a sudden loss of control. The descent ended in a crash at the site of the accident.

All nine people on board, including the crew and passengers, were killed in the impact. There were no survivors recorded from the wreckage.

Findings

Information regarding the specific mechanical or environmental factors that led to the loss of control remains under investigation; however, it is established that the accident occurred during the climb phase immediately following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during its initial climb after departing Tepic Airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1969-02-03 Beechcraft 18 accident near Tepic-Amado Nervo, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its initial climb following departure from Tepic Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1969-02-03 Beechcraft 18 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1969-02-03 involved a Beechcraft 18, registration XA-TED, operated by Transportes Aéreos de Nayarit (TANSA), at Tepic-Amado Nervo, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during its initial climb after departing Tepic Airport.

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