2 fatalities

Fatal Stall and Fire During Test Flight at Monterrey-Del Norte Airport (N69DJ)

Monterrey-Del Norte, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On September 12, 2011, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration N69DJ) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Monterrey-Del Norte, Mexico during takeoff. 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.

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A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a field 500 meters past the runway end at Monterrey-Del Norte Airport during a post-maintenance test flight, killing both occupants.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft was conducting a local post-maintenance test flight at Monterrey-Del Norte Airport when a fatal accident occurred. The flight was intended to evaluate the aircraft following maintenance procedures, but the operation ended in a crash shortly after departure. ## Sequence of Events Shortly after takeoff, the airplane experienced difficulties in gaining altitude. The aircraft subsequently stalled and descended into a field located 500 meters past the runway end. Upon impact, the aircraft burst into flames, leading to its complete destruction. ## Casualties and Damage The accident resulted in the death of both occupants on board. The aircraft was destroyed by fire, with no survivors reported from the incident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Sept 2011 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Monterrey-Del Norte, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a field 500 meters past the runway end at Monterrey-Del Norte Airport during a post-maintenance test flight, killing both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Sept 2011 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 12 Sept 2011 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration N69DJ, operated by Private United States of America, at Monterrey-Del Norte, Mexico.