Aircraft crash in Infiernillo River near Las Juntas

6 fatalities • Las Juntas, Mexico • Flight

A twin-engine airplane crashed into the Infiernillo River during a flight from Durango to Acapulco, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a flight traveling from Durango toward Acapulco, a twin-engine airplane went down in the region of Las Juntas. The aircraft impacted the Infiernillo River, where the wreckage was later located. Upon discovery, the wreckage was found to be partially underwater and in an inverted position.

There were six fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board the aircraft perished. The specific circumstances surrounding the descent and impact remain undetermined.

Findings

At this time, the exact cause of the crash is unknown. Investigators have noted the position of the wreckage in the river, but no definitive conclusions regarding the flight's failure have been established.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2019-10-23 Cessna 401 accident near Las Juntas, Mexico?

A twin-engine airplane crashed into the Infiernillo River during a flight from Durango to Acapulco, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 2019-10-23 Cessna 401 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2019-10-23 involved a Cessna 401, registration XB-JZF, operated by Beneficiadora de Metalicos, at Las Juntas, Mexico.

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