5 fatalities

Aircraft Crash in Residential Area After Takeoff from La Paz (XA-FUW)

La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On June 12, 1967, a Douglas DC-3 (registration XA-FUW) operated by Aeronaves de Mexico was involved in an aviation accident near La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León, Mexico during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure after takeoff. 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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed into a residential area shortly after takeoff from La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León Airport following an engine failure, killing five people and injuring 25.

Incident Overview and Location Details The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed from La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León Airport. During the initial climb phase, the aircraft experienced a mechanical issue that led to a loss of control. The aircraft subsequently stalled and crashed into a residential area. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the event. ## Casualties and Impact The crash resulted in significant casualties. Three crew members and two individuals on the ground were killed in the incident. Additionally, 25 other occupants sustained injuries. The impact of the crash on the residential area and the specific circumstances of the ground fatalities are not detailed in the provided source.

Probable cause

Engine failure after takeoff.