What happened
During the final approach phase of flight into San Cristóbal de Las Casas Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced an explosion while still airborne. Following the mid-air event, the aircraft descended and impacted the ground just a few dozen meters before reaching the runway threshold. The impact resulted in a large fire that consumed the wreckage.
There were 13 fatalities recorded in the accident, as all individuals on board perished. Among the passengers were representatives from the National Indian Institute.
Findings
Official investigations into the crash have not yet determined the specific reason for the mid-air event. The primary factor identified is an unexplained in-flight explosion that occurred prior to the aircraft hitting the ground.