No fatalities

2004-07-21: Douglas DC-9 (XA-BCS) — Aero California — Mexico City-Benito Juarez, Mexico

Mexico City-Benito Juarez, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On July 21, 2004, a Douglas DC-9 (registration XA-BCS) operated by Aero California was involved in an aviation accident near Mexico City-Benito Juarez, Mexico during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control upon takeoff due to windshear. 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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Shortly after takeoff from runway 05L at Mexico City-Benito Juarez Airport, an aircraft encountered windshear, lost height, and crash landed. All 56 occupants evacuated safely; the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview

On an unspecified date, an aircraft operating a flight from Mexico City-Benito Juarez Airport experienced a windshear event shortly after takeoff from runway 05L. The aircraft was in its initial climb when the windshear was encountered, causing a loss of height.

Sequence of Events

The aircraft crash landed on the runway. Upon impact, the landing gear were torn off. The aircraft became uncontrollable, veered off the runway, lost its right wing, and came to rest. All 56 occupants on board evacuated the aircraft safely. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident.

Outcome

No injuries or fatalities were reported among the occupants. The aircraft sustained substantial damage beyond repair. The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident.