On November 17, 2025, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration XB-AXM) operated by Arrendadora y Comercializadora Todo Terreno was involved in an aviation accident near Villa Mendoza, Mexico in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions that forced an emergency landing attempt. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft experienced engine failure during a flight from Puebla to Guadalajara, resulting in a crash landing and subsequent fire.
What happened
During a flight traveling from Puebla toward Guadalajara, the pilot of a twin-engine airplane encountered significant mechanical issues involving the engines. These complications necessitated an immediate attempt at an emergency descent and landing.
While attempting to manage the engine failure, the aircraft went down in a pasture situated in the vicinity of Villa Mendoza. Following the impact, a fire broke out and consumed the wreckage. Despite the intensity of the post-crash fire, all five occupants managed to evacuate the aircraft. The survivors sustained various injuries during the incident.
Findings
The primary driver of the accident was the occurrence of engine problems during the en route phase of flight.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced engine malfunctions that forced an emergency landing attempt.