Aircraft stall and crash following takeoff

No fatalities • Doctor Arroyo, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft with dual registration TP-200 and XC-UTO stalled and crashed during its initial climb, resulting in minor injuries to all onboard.

What happened

During the early stages of flight, an aircraft carrying the registrations TP-200 and XC-UTO experienced a loss of lift shortly after departing the runway. While the aircraft was attempting to reach an altitude of 20 meters, it entered a stall condition.

This aerodynamic stall led to a subsequent crash. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft type/model, which was deemed beyond repair following the accident.

Injuries and damage

There were a total of 30 occupants on board at the time of the incident. All individuals sustained slight injuries, with no fatalities reported among the passengers or crew. The wreckage of the aircraft suffered extensive structural damage during the impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall while climbing to a low altitude shortly after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-05-18 De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo accident near Doctor Arroyo, Mexico?

An aircraft with dual registration TP-200 and XC-UTO stalled and crashed during its initial climb, resulting in minor injuries to all onboard.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-05-18 De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-05-18 involved a De Havilland DHC-5 Buffalo, registration TP-200, operated by Mexican Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Mexicana, at Doctor Arroyo, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?