Single-engine aircraft crash near Monterrey-Del Norte Airport

No fatalities • Monterrey-Del Norte, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine airplane crashed into a field near a highway following a loss of altitude during its initial climb from Monterrey-Del Norte Airport.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from runway 11 at Monterrey-Del Norte Airport, a single-engine airplane experienced a sudden loss of altitude. The aircraft descended toward a highway situated beyond the end of the runway. While the flight path took the plane over the motorway, the aircraft did not make contact with any vehicles traveling on the road.

After passing over the highway, the plane impacted a field located approximately 15 meters below the level of the motorway. The pilot, who was the only person on board at the time of the accident, sustained serious injuries. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

No specific technical cause for the loss of altitude was provided in the initial report, though the sequence of events indicates the descent occurred immediately after takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost altitude during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2019-10-07 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident near Monterrey-Del Norte, Mexico?

A single-engine airplane crashed into a field near a highway following a loss of altitude during its initial climb from Monterrey-Del Norte Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 2019-10-07 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2019-10-07 involved a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair, registration XB-MHS, operated by Grupo HDA, at Monterrey-Del Norte, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost altitude during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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