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Dual Engine Failure During Positioning Flight to Playa del Carmen (XA-SYJ)

Playa del Carmen, MexicoFlight

On November 27, 2001, a Let L-410 (registration XA-SYJ) operated by Aero Ferinco was involved in an aviation accident near Playa del Carmen, Mexico in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Double engine failure in flight for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft ditched off Playa del Carmen after both engines failed during a positioning flight from Cozumel. All four crew members were injured and rescued by the Mexican coast guard before the aircraft sank.

Incident Overview and Rescue Operations During a positioning flight from Cozumel to Playa del Carmen, an aircraft experienced a complete loss of power when both engines failed. The aircraft subsequently lost altitude and was ditched in the water off Playa del Carmen. All four crew members aboard the aircraft sustained injuries during the incident. The Mexican coast guard responded to the emergency, successfully rescuing the crew members before the aircraft sank and was lost. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the probable cause of the incident was a double engine failure in flight. The specific reasons for the engine failure were undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

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

An aircraft ditched off Playa del Carmen after both engines failed during a positioning flight from Cozumel. All four crew members were injured and rescued by the Mexican coast guard before the aircraft sank.

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

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Nov 2001 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?

Double engine failure in flight for undetermined reasons.