Accident Overview
A training flight conducted from Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport ended in a crash shortly after departure. The aircraft was engaged in a local training flight and took off from runway 02. During the initial climb, the aircraft entered a right turn and subsequently lost height, impacting an area near an industrial building located approximately 900 metres from the threshold of runway 20.
Sequence of Events
The flight departed under routine conditions for a local training mission. After becoming airborne from runway 02, the crew initiated a climb. Shortly thereafter, the aircraft began a right turn. While in the turn, the aircraft lost altitude and descended, ultimately crashing close to an industrial building situated about 900 metres from the opposite runway's threshold. The impact forces and a post-crash fire destroyed the aircraft.
Crew and Injuries
Both pilots on board were able to escape the aircraft without injury. There were no other occupants reported on the aircraft.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft was destroyed by the impact forces and the subsequent fire that engulfed the wreckage.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was an aerodynamic stall at low height after takeoff, resulting from poor crew coordination regarding flight controls.