Fatal aircraft accident near Santiago de Querétaro Airport

2 fatalities • Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine airplane crashed into a cornfield shortly after departing from Santiago de Querétaro Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During the initial climb phase following departure from Santiago de Querétaro Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft entered an inverted flight path before impacting a maize field situated in the vicinity of the airfield.

Upon impact, the airframe was completely destroyed. There were two fatalities recorded among the occupants of the aircraft.

Findings

No specific technical cause for the loss of control was detailed in the initial report, though the aircraft's descent was characterized by an inverted attitude during the climb.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control and entered an inverted descent during the climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2022-07-13 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico?

A twin-engine airplane crashed into a cornfield shortly after departing from Santiago de Querétaro Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2022-07-13 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2022-07-13 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration N28DF, operated by Global Avionics, at Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control and entered an inverted descent during the climb phase following takeoff.

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