Fatal aircraft impact near Soto la Marina

26 fatalities • Soto la Marina, Mexico • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside west of Soto la Marina during flight through poor weather conditions, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a period of marginal meteorological conditions, an airplane collided with the side of a mountain situated to the west of Soto la Marina. Following the impact, search efforts located the debris field within the El Diablo canyon several hours after the event occurred.

All 26 people on board the aircraft perished in the accident. The flight was in the cruise phase of operation at the time of the collision with the terrain.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in weather conditions characterized by low visibility or marginal stability.
  • The impact occurred when the plane struck a mountain slope.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck mountainous terrain while flying through marginal weather conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1968-12-31 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Soto la Marina, Mexico?

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside west of Soto la Marina during flight through poor weather conditions, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1968-12-31 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 26 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1968-12-31 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration XA-SAE, operated by SAESA - Servicios Aéreos Especiales, at Soto la Marina, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck mountainous terrain while flying through marginal weather conditions.

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