Aircraft stall and crash following takeoff maneuver

No fatalities • Culiacán Rosales, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent crash into a field shortly after departing from a runway, resulting in injuries to all onboard.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from runway 02, the pilot attempted to execute a 180-degree turn. During this maneuver, the aircraft entered a stall, leading to a loss of control. The plane subsequently impacted an open field situated approximately one kilometer away from the airfield. Upon impact, the aircraft overturned and came to rest in an inverted position.

Findings

  • The aircraft was destroyed during the impact.
  • There were 15 injuries reported among the occupants.
  • The primary factor in the accident was the aircraft stall during the turning maneuver.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall while the pilot was performing a 180-degree turn shortly after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2007-11-05 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near Culiacán Rosales, Mexico?

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent crash into a field shortly after departing from a runway, resulting in injuries to all onboard.

Were there any fatalities in the 2007-11-05 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2007-11-05 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration XA-UBC, operated by Calafia Airlines (Aéreo Calafia), at Culiacán Rosales, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall while the pilot was performing a 180-degree turn shortly after takeoff.

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