7 fatalities

Fatal Mountain Crash of a Single-Engine Aircraft Near La Parota (XB-MLO)

El Montoso, MexicoFlight

On December 22, 2024, a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair (registration XB-MLO) operated by Private Mexico was involved in an aviation accident near El Montoso, Mexico in flight. 7 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

A single-engine aircraft carrying seven people crashed into a wooded hillside near La Parota, Michoacán, after losing control over mountainous terrain. The impact and post-crash fire destroyed the plane, killing all occupants.

Incident Overview and Flight Details A single-engine aircraft departed from La Parota, Michoacán, on a private trip with seven people on board. The flight was operating over mountainous terrain when the aircraft went out of control. ## Crash and Aftermath The aircraft crashed on the slope of a wooded hill and burst into flames. The airplane was destroyed by the impact forces and the subsequent post-crash fire. All seven occupants on board were killed in the accident. ## Investigation Status The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, exact date, operator, or the probable cause of the accident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Dec 2024 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident near El Montoso, Mexico?

A single-engine aircraft carrying seven people crashed into a wooded hillside near La Parota, Michoacán, after losing control over mountainous terrain. The impact and post-crash fire destroyed the plane, killing all occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Dec 2024 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Dec 2024 involved a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair, registration XB-MLO, operated by Private Mexico, at El Montoso, Mexico.