Fatal aircraft accident at Xalapa Airport

6 fatalities • Xalapa-El Lencero, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed during a takeoff attempt at Xalapa Airport, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

What happened

While attempting to depart from runway 26 at Xalapa Airport, the aircraft failed to rotate during its takeoff roll. The cause of this failure to lift off remains undetermined. Following the unsuccessful rotation, the aircraft impacted a small berm situated at the edge of the concrete runway area.

After striking the berm, the plane continued forward, passing over a line of trees before coming to rest in a nearby field approximately 120 metres from the runway. A significant fire broke out following the impact, which ultimately destroyed the aircraft. There were six fatalities among the occupants of the plane.

Findings

At this time, the specific reasons why the aircraft was unable to rotate during the takeoff roll have not been established.

Probable cause

The aircraft failed to rotate during the takeoff roll, leading to an impact with a berm and a subsequent crash into a field.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2021-02-21 Learjet 45 accident near Xalapa-El Lencero, Mexico?

An aircraft crashed during a takeoff attempt at Xalapa Airport, resulting in the deaths of all six people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2021-02-21 Learjet 45 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2021-02-21 involved a Learjet 45, registration 3912, operated by Mexican Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Mexicana, at Xalapa-El Lencero, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft failed to rotate during the takeoff roll, leading to an impact with a berm and a subsequent crash into a field.

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