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Emergency landing following dual engine failure near San Andrés Tuxtla (XA-FON)

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On July 3, 1955, a Ford 5 (registration XA-FON) operated by Servicios Aéreos de Chiapas was involved in an aviation accident near San Andrés Tuxtla, Mexico in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The simultaneous failure of both engines during flight led to the loss of propulsion and subsequent crash landing. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines, leading to a crash landing on a hillside in Mexico.

What happened

During the flight, the crew encountered a critical mechanical emergency when both engines ceased functioning. This double engine failure necessitated an immediate attempt to perform an emergency descent and landing.

The aircraft subsequently struck a hill situated in the vicinity of San Andrés Tuxtla. The impact resulted in the total loss of the airframe, which was declared damaged beyond repair. Despite the severity of the crash landing, all four occupants on board were successfully rescued from the wreckage without reported fatalities.

Findings

  • The primary factor leading to the accident was a double engine failure occurring while the aircraft was in flight.

Probable cause

The simultaneous failure of both engines during flight led to the loss of propulsion and subsequent crash landing.
Engine failure

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Jul 1955 Ford 5 accident near San Andrés Tuxtla, Mexico?

An aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines, leading to a crash landing on a hillside in Mexico.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Jul 1955 Ford 5 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Jul 1955 involved a Ford 5, registration XA-FON, operated by Servicios Aéreos de Chiapas, at San Andrés Tuxtla, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The simultaneous failure of both engines during flight led to the loss of propulsion and subsequent crash landing.

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