Aircraft crash in Sierra de Chilpancingo

2 fatalities • San Vicente, Mexico • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into wooded terrain near San Vicente during a flight from Toluca to Acapulco.

What happened

During a flight traveling from Toluca toward Acapulco, a twin engine airplane encountered adverse weather conditions. While operating in an area of limited visibility, the aircraft collided with hilly and heavily forested terrain located within the Sierra de Chilpancingo, in the vicinity of San Vicente.

The impact of the collision, followed by a post-crash fire, resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were two fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The aircraft struck terrain while flying in restricted visibility.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain while flying in limited visibility due to poor weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-09-13 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident near San Vicente, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into wooded terrain near San Vicente during a flight from Toluca to Acapulco.

Were there any fatalities in the 2017-09-13 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-09-13 involved a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, registration XB-OUE, operated by Private Mexico, at San Vicente, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain while flying in limited visibility due to poor weather conditions.

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