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Cargo Aircraft Crash Near Petalcingo, Chiapas (XA-KAP)

Petalcingo, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On April 13, 1957, a Douglas B-18 Bolo (registration XA-KAP) operated by Servicios Aéreos de Chiapas was involved in an aviation accident near Petalcingo, Mexico during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An engine failure during the initial climb, probably because the aircraft was overloaded. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 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 twin-engine cargo aircraft crashed into a mountain slope near Petalcingo, Chiapas, five minutes after takeoff from Yajalón. All five occupants were killed. The aircraft was carrying 2.5 tons of coffee.

Incident Overview and Location Details A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the slope of a mountain near Petalcingo, Chiapas, five minutes after taking off from Yajalón. The accident resulted in the deaths of all five people on board. The aircraft was operating a cargo flight to Tuxtla Gutierrez at the time of the crash. The load consisted of 50 sacks of coffee, with a total weight of 2.5 tons. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, or operator. The probable cause is believed to be an engine failure during the initial climb, likely due to the aircraft being overloaded. The source does not provide a definitive cause of the accident.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Apr 1957 Douglas B-18 Bolo accident near Petalcingo, Mexico?

A twin-engine cargo aircraft crashed into a mountain slope near Petalcingo, Chiapas, five minutes after takeoff from Yajalón. All five occupants were killed. The aircraft was carrying 2.5 tons of coffee.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Apr 1957 Douglas B-18 Bolo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Apr 1957 involved a Douglas B-18 Bolo, registration XA-KAP, operated by Servicios Aéreos de Chiapas, at Petalcingo, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine failure during the initial climb, probably because the aircraft was overloaded.

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