Fatal aircraft crash near Ixtlahuaca de Rayón

An aircraft crashed in a mountainous region north of Toluca, resulting in the deaths of all 22 people on board.

What happened

A fatal aviation accident occurred in a mountainous area situated approximately 33 km north of Toluca, near Ixtlahuaca de Rayón. The aircraft impacted the terrain during its flight, leading to a high-impact crash in the rugged landscape.

All 22 individuals on board the aircraft were killed in the accident. There were no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

The specific circumstances regarding the flight phase or the mechanical state of the aircraft at the time of impact were not detailed in the available reports. The primary factor in the tragedy was the impact with mountainous terrain.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-06-19 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Ixtlahuaca de Rayón, Mexico?

An aircraft crashed in a mountainous region north of Toluca, resulting in the deaths of all 22 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-06-19 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 22 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-06-19 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 6014, operated by Mexican Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Mexicana, at Ixtlahuaca de Rayón, Mexico.