What happened
An aviation accident occurred in an uninhabited region near San Cristóbal de Las Casas, within the state of Chiapas. During the flight, the crew encountered a critical situation involving a fire inside the cabin. This emergency forced the pilot to reduce altitude in an attempt to perform an emergency landing.
As the aircraft descended, the crew lost control of the plane. The aircraft subsequently crashed into the ground while on fire. The impact and subsequent blaze resulted in 10 fatalities, with no individuals surviving the event. Among the deceased were two Swiss nationals.
Findings
- The primary cause of the crash was the in-flight cabin fire which necessitated a rapid descent.
- Loss of control occurred during the emergency maneuvering phase.