Aircraft crash near El Devanador involving Colima government officials

7 fatalities • El Devanador, Mexico • Flight

A flight from Toluca to Colima crashed in mountainous terrain, resulting in the deaths of all seven people on board.

What happened

On the afternoon of the accident, an aircraft departed from Toluca Airport at 15:16 local time, destined for Colima. The flight was carrying a total of seven people, including two pilots and five passengers who were members of the Colima government.

Approximately fifteen minutes after takeoff, while the aircraft was maintaining a cruising altitude of 16,000 feet, the crew contacted Air Traffic Control to report experiencing difficulties with the aircraft's controls. In response to this emergency, controllers authorized a diversion to Morelia Airport via radial 160.

Shortly after this communication, the aircraft began an uncontrolled descent. The plane eventually crashed into a mountainous and heavily wooded area situated near El Devanador. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were seven fatalities and no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

Following the crash, it was noted that the crew had reported control problems prior to the aircraft entering its final descent.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced mechanical control issues that led to an uncontrolled descent and subsequent crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-02-24 IAI 1124 Westwind accident near El Devanador, Mexico?

A flight from Toluca to Colima crashed in mountainous terrain, resulting in the deaths of all seven people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-02-24 IAI 1124 Westwind accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-02-24 involved a IAI 1124 Westwind, registration XC-COL, operated by Government of the State of Colima, at El Devanador, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced mechanical control issues that led to an uncontrolled descent and subsequent crash.

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