On April 27, 2009, a Boeing 737-200 (registration XA-MAF) operated by Magnicharters was involved in an aviation accident near Guadalajara-Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, Mexico during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During approach to Guadalajara-Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Airport, pilots faced landing gear issues, performed a low pass, and executed a wheels-up landing on runway 28. All 116 occupants escaped uninjured, but the left engine was destroyed by fire and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Incident Overview
On approach to Guadalajara-Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Airport, the flight crew encountered technical problems with the landing gear. In response, they elected to conduct a low pass in front of the control tower. Air traffic control confirmed that the landing gear were not fully deployed and locked. The captain then decided to perform a wheels-up landing.
Touchdown and Aftermath
The aircraft touched down on runway 28 and slid for several dozen meters before coming to rest. A fire ensued, destroying the left engine. The aircraft suffered damage beyond repair. Despite the severity of the incident, all 116 occupants on board escaped without injury.
