Fatal aircraft accident near Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport

9 fatalities • Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area shortly after takeoff from Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, a single-engine airplane experienced an uncontrolled descent. The aircraft struck a wooded area located beyond the end of the runway in a nose-first impact. The crash resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and the deaths of all 9 occupants.

Among the deceased were seven members of a political campaign team associated with the candidate for Governor of Quintana Roo, Roberto Borge.

Findings

No specific technical findings regarding the mechanical state of the aircraft were provided in the initial report, though the descent became uncontrolled immediately after the takeoff sequence.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2010-06-14 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident near Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Mexico?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area shortly after takeoff from Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 2010-06-14 Cessna 208B Grand Caravan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2010-06-14 involved a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registration XA-TWK, operated by Servicios Aéreos Milenio, at Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

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