Fatal aircraft accident near Venado during positioning flight

2 fatalities • Venado, Mexico • Flight

An aircraft disappeared and disintegrated during a positioning flight from Celaya to Saltillo, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During the early afternoon, an aircraft departed from Celaya-Capitán Rogelio Castillo Airport, operating as a positioning flight destined for Saltillo. While the aircraft was maintaining an altitude of FL260, communication with the crew was lost.

Following the loss of contact, the aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent. The plane subsequently disintegrated over an unpopulated region situated in the vicinity of Venado. The accident resulted in two fatalities among the occupants.

Findings

  • The aircraft underwent an uncontrolled descent prior to breaking up in mid-air.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2022-12-30 Canadair CL-600 Challenger accident near Venado, Mexico?

An aircraft disappeared and disintegrated during a positioning flight from Celaya to Saltillo, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2022-12-30 Canadair CL-600 Challenger accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2022-12-30 involved a Canadair CL-600 Challenger, registration XB-SGV, operated by Private Mexico, at Venado, Mexico.

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