Aircraft crash near Punta Chivato, Baja California Sur

1 fatality • Punta Chivato, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed following takeoff from Punta Chivato, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

A twin-engine aircraft was performing a multi-leg journey originating in the South Pacific with a destination in the United States. The flight path included a scheduled stop at Punta Chivato Airfield in Baja California Sur to disembark a passenger.

Upon departing from Punta Chivato, the aircraft experienced a significant loss of airspeed and altitude. The aircraft entered a stall condition shortly after departure, leading to a crash in the vicinity of the Hotel Posada de la Flores. The impact was followed by a post-crash fire that completely destroyed the twin-engine aircraft. The pilot was the only occupant confirmed to be killed in the accident.

Findings

The aircraft suffered a stall during the initial climb phase of the flight, which directly led to the loss of altitude and subsequent impact with the ground.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the takeoff phase, leading to a loss of altitude and a fatal crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2008-11-03 Beechcraft 200 Super King Air accident near Punta Chivato, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed following takeoff from Punta Chivato, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 2008-11-03 Beechcraft 200 Super King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2008-11-03 involved a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air, registration N200JL, operated by John A. Lyddon, at Punta Chivato, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the takeoff phase, leading to a loss of altitude and a fatal crash.

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