Aircraft crash at Texcoco Lagoon during approach to Mexico City

No fatalities • Mexico City, Mexico • Landing (descent or approach)

A four-engine aircraft crashed into the Texcoco Lagoon while on final approach to Mexico City Airport, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

While performing a final approach toward Mexico City Airport, a four-engine aircraft impacted the surface of the Texcoco Lagoon. The impact occurred several kilometers before reaching the runway threshold.

Despite the significant damage to the airframe, which was determined to be beyond economical repair, all 42 occupants were successfully pulled from the wreckage. There were no reported fatalities or injuries following the incident.

Findings

The specific circumstances surrounding the descent and subsequent crash into the lagoon remain undetermined at this time.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-09-01 Douglas DC-6 accident near Mexico City, Mexico?

A four-engine aircraft crashed into the Texcoco Lagoon while on final approach to Mexico City Airport, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-09-01 Douglas DC-6 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-09-01 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration XA-JOR, operated by Mexicana de Aviación, at Mexico City, Mexico.

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