What happened
On the morning of the accident, a single-engine aircraft departed from Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport, bound for El Estor. The flight was carrying a total of 14 people, consisting of two pilots and 12 passengers. Approximately 18 minutes after takeoff, the crew experienced mechanical issues related to the engine.
In response to the engine problems, the captain notified Air Traffic Control and declared an emergency. The crew began a descent to a lower altitude in an effort to perform an emergency landing. During this maneuver, the aircraft struck an open field and subsequently caught fire. The accident resulted in 11 fatalities and 3 serious injuries.