Aircraft ground impact near Mazatlán-General Rafael Buelna Airport

No fatalities • Mazatlán, Mexico • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a ground impact during its final approach to Mazatlán, resulting in no fatalities among the 123 people on board.

What happened

During an approach to Mazatlán-General Rafael Buellar Airport, the flight crew initiated their descent following a routine departure from Denver-Stapleton Airport. As the aircraft was on short final approach, it made contact with the ground before reaching the runway.

The impact caused the loss of the aircraft's undercarriage. The plane eventually came to a stop approximately 1,500 meters before the runway threshold. Despite the significant damage to the airframe, all 123 occupants were successfully evacuated from the wreckage without injury.

Findings

The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss. The primary factor in the accident was the impact with the ground during the final approach phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway threshold during its final approach.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1973-10-20 Boeing 727-100 accident near Mazatlán, Mexico?

An aircraft experienced a ground impact during its final approach to Mazatlán, resulting in no fatalities among the 123 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1973-10-20 Boeing 727-100 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1973-10-20 involved a Boeing 727-100, registration XA-SEN, operated by Mexicana de Aviación, at Mazatlán, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway threshold during its final approach.

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