1 fatality

Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash During Climb After Takeoff from Las Ánimas (N3528C)

Las Ánimas, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On December 29, 1983, a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain (registration N3528C) operated by Mexican Government was involved in an aviation accident near Las Ánimas, Mexico during takeoff. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 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

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Las Ánimas while climbing. The pilot was killed and two passengers were injured during a livestock pest control flight.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances shortly after taking off from Las Ánimas. The accident occurred while the aircraft was in the climb phase of flight. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the departure point. ## Casualties The crash resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The pilot was killed, while both passengers aboard the aircraft were injured. ## Operational Context At the time of the accident, the aircraft was engaged in a flight on behalf of a livestock pest control program. The program was jointly organized by a U.S. and Mexican commission. No further details about the mission or flight route are provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Dec 1983 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident near Las Ánimas, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Las Ánimas while climbing. The pilot was killed and two passengers were injured during a livestock pest control flight.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Dec 1983 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Dec 1983 involved a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, registration N3528C, operated by Mexican Government, at Las Ánimas, Mexico.