Accident Overview
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside while on a night approach to runway 11 at Hermosillo Airport. The accident occurred approximately 14 kilometers from the airport, resulting in the destruction of the aircraft and fatal injuries to all three occupants.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Hermosillo Airport at 0121 local time, destined for Ensenada. On board were two pilots and one passenger. The aircraft was conducting an approach in night conditions.
Accident Narrative
During the approach, the crew initiated a final turn to align with the runway 11 approach path. While completing this turn, the aircraft collided with the slope of a mountain and crashed. The crash site was located about 14 kilometers from the airport.
Probable Cause
The official probable cause was determined to be controlled flight into terrain while the crew was completing a turn on final approach in night conditions. The accident occurred at an airport that, according to the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP), was intended for daytime operations only.