Fatal aircraft crash near La Paz, Mexico

10 fatalities • La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León, Mexico • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an isolated region north of La Paz during a private flight from San Diego, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

A private flight originating from San Diego Airport ended in a fatal accident in Mexico. The twin engine aircraft was traveling to La Paz, Baja California del Sur, carrying a total of ten people, including two pilots and eight passengers. During the flight, the plane went down in a remote area situated several dozen kilometers north of La Paz.

Search efforts identified the wreckage approximately two days after the incident occurred. The impact resulted in 10 fatalities, with no survivors reported among the crew or passengers. Among those on board were individuals who had expressed interest in purchasing the aircraft.

Findings

The specific circumstances surrounding the descent and crash remain undetermined, as the exact cause of the accident has not been established.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1966-12-20 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident near La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an isolated region north of La Paz during a private flight from San Diego, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1966-12-20 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1966-12-20 involved a Lockheed 18 LodeStar, registration N2222B, operated by Executive Aviation (USA - 1965), at La Paz-Manuel Márquez de León, Mexico.

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