No fatalities

Aircraft Fire and Crash Landing at Saltillo-Plan de Guadalupe Airport (XB-WUF)

Saltillo, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On April 25, 2008, a Cessna 421A Golden Eagle I (registration XB-WUF) operated by Unipolares y Espectaculares del Norte was involved in an aviation accident near Saltillo, Mexico during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine fire for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft caught fire shortly after takeoff from Saltillo-Plan de Guadalupe Airport. The pilot attempted an emergency landing, and the plane crashed into a field, destroying it. All six occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath Shortly after departing from Saltillo-Plan de Guadalupe Airport, the aircraft experienced an engine fire during its initial climb. The pilot immediately initiated an emergency landing procedure. The aircraft subsequently crash-landed in a field located past the end of the runway, where it quickly burst into flames. The impact and subsequent fire resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. ## Occupant Safety and Injuries All six individuals on board the aircraft managed to escape the burning wreckage. According to the available information, all occupants sustained only minor injuries during the incident. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was an engine fire. The specific reasons or underlying factors that led to the engine fire were not identified in the official findings.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Apr 2008 Cessna 421A Golden Eagle I accident near Saltillo, Mexico?

An aircraft caught fire shortly after takeoff from Saltillo-Plan de Guadalupe Airport. The pilot attempted an emergency landing, and the plane crashed into a field, destroying it. All six occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Apr 2008 Cessna 421A Golden Eagle I accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Apr 2008 involved a Cessna 421A Golden Eagle I, registration XB-WUF, operated by Unipolares y Espectaculares del Norte, at Saltillo, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine fire for unknown reasons