2 fatalities

Guatemala Army PA-31 Crash in Petén (N2613)

Sayaxché, GuatemalaFlight

On April 13, 2019, a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain (registration N2613) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Sayaxché, Guatemala in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine PA-31 operated by the Guatemala Army crashed near Sepens, Petén, after entering airspace without permission. Both occupants were killed in the wooded impact site.

Incident Overview

The Guatemala Army Forces received notification from Air Traffic Control (ATC) regarding an unauthorized entry into national airspace. The aircraft involved was identified as a twin-engine Piper PA-31. ATC reported that the plane had entered Guatemalan airspace without prior authorization.

Crash Location and Impact

Following the unauthorized flight, the aircraft crashed in a wooded area near the Sepens farm. This location is situated within the region of Sayaxché in the Petén department. The impact forces resulted in the partial destruction of the airframe upon collision with the terrain.

Casualties and Identification Issues

Both individuals on board the aircraft were killed in the accident. During the investigation, a sticker bearing the registration N2613 was found affixed to the fuselage. However, official records indicate that this registration number is incorrect for the involved aircraft.