Engine failure and ditching near Playa del Carmen

No fatalities • Playa del Carmen, Mexico • Flight

A positioning flight experienced total engine failure, resulting in an emergency ditching off the coast of Playa del Carmen.

What happened

During a positioning flight traveling from Cozumel toward Playa del Carmen, the aircraft experienced a simultaneous failure of both engines. This loss of power caused the plane to lose altitude rapidly. In an attempt to manage the descent, the crew performed a ditching maneuver in the waters off the coast of Playa del Carmen.

Following the impact with the water, the aircraft sank and was subsequently lost. The Mexican coast guard responded to the incident and successfully rescued all personnel on board. There were four injuries reported among the crew members during the accident.

Findings

  • The aircraft suffered a total loss of power due to the failure of both engines during the flight.

Probable cause

The simultaneous failure of both engines led to the loss of altitude and the subsequent ditching of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2001-11-27 Let L-410 accident near Playa del Carmen, Mexico?

A positioning flight experienced total engine failure, resulting in an emergency ditching off the coast of Playa del Carmen.

Were there any fatalities in the 2001-11-27 Let L-410 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2001-11-27 involved a Let L-410, registration XA-SYJ, operated by Aero Ferinco, at Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The simultaneous failure of both engines led to the loss of altitude and the subsequent ditching of the aircraft.

Loading the flight search…