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Runway excursion at Xalapa-El Lencero Airport (XA-JAO)

Xalapa-El Lencero, MexicoLanding (descent or approach)

On October 4, 2023, a Learjet 45 (registration XA-JAO) operated by Aero Paradise was involved in an aviation accident near Xalapa-El Lencero, Mexico during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control and veered off the runway during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft veered off the runway and into vegetation following its landing at Xalapa-El Lencero Airport, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

Upon completing its landing on runway 26 at Xalapa-El Lencero Airport, the aircraft lost directional control. The plane drifted away from the paved surface and exited the runway, eventually coming to a stop within a nearby area covered in grass and dense bushes.

Despite the impact with the terrain, all seven occupants of the aircraft were successfully pulled from the wreckage. While there were no fatalities reported, the aircraft sustained damage that was classified as beyond repair.

Findings

  • The aircraft exited the runway during the landing phase.
  • The incident resulted in a runway excursion into adjacent vegetation.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control and veered off the runway during the landing roll.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Oct 2023 Learjet 45 accident near Xalapa-El Lencero, Mexico?

An aircraft veered off the runway and into vegetation following its landing at Xalapa-El Lencero Airport, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Oct 2023 Learjet 45 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Oct 2023 involved a Learjet 45, registration XA-JAO, operated by Aero Paradise, at Xalapa-El Lencero, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control and veered off the runway during the landing roll.

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