2 fatalities

Fatal aircraft crash near Jareros during unauthorized flight (N258M)

Jareros, MexicoLanding (descent or approach)

On April 2, 1981, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration N258M) operated by Skytrain Air was involved in an aviation accident near Jareros, Mexico during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crash was caused by the aircraft striking a hill while conducting an unapproved flight operation. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed into a hillside near Jareros while performing an unapproved flight, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During an unauthorized flight operation, the crew was navigating toward an airstrip situated in the vicinity of Jareros. While attempting to reach the destination, the aircraft collided with a hill, leading to a high-impact crash.

There were two fatalities recorded as a result of the impact. The incident occurred during the approach phase of the flight, as the occupants were actively maneuvering toward the landing site.

Findings

Investigations into the accident indicate that the crew was engaged in an illegal flight operation at the time of the collision. This unauthorized mission contributed to the circumstances surrounding the impact with the terrain.

Probable cause

The crash was caused by the aircraft striking a hill while conducting an unapproved flight operation.