Fatal aircraft accident off Ciudad de Veracruz

3 fatalities • Veracruz, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A private flight departing from Veracruz crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

On the evening of the incident, a private aircraft departed from Runway 01 at Veracruz-General Heriberto Jara Corona Airport at 20:47 local time. The flight was scheduled to travel to Toluca, carrying a total of three people: two pilots and one passenger.

Approximately three minutes after departure, the aircraft type (unspecified) was in its initial climb phase under nighttime conditions when it began an uncontrolled descent. The plane struck the surface of the sea near Ciudad de Veracruz. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were three fatalities and no survivors among the crew and passengers.

Findings

No specific technical findings or contributing factors were provided in the initial report regarding the loss of control during the climb.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2023-07-28 Cessna 650 Citation VII accident near Veracruz, Mexico?

A private flight departing from Veracruz crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 2023-07-28 Cessna 650 Citation VII accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2023-07-28 involved a Cessna 650 Citation VII, registration XB-VFJ, operated by Private Mexico, at Veracruz, Mexico.

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