Single-engine aircraft crash near Saltillo-Plan de Guadalupe Airport

4 fatalities • Saltillo, Mexico • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine airplane crashed in an open field during its final approach to a runway in Mexico, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward Runway 35 at Saltillo-Plan de Guadalupe Airport, a single engine airplane experienced an abrupt deviation from its flight path. The aircraft executed a sudden turn to the left before striking the ground in an open field located approximately 200 meters before the runway threshold.

The impact of the crash resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were four fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft, with no survivors reported from the scene.

Findings

Investigations into the accident indicate that the aircraft's descent ended prematurely due to a sudden left turn while attempting to land.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an unplanned left turn during its final approach, leading to ground impact short of the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2024-01-05 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident near Saltillo, Mexico?

A single-engine airplane crashed in an open field during its final approach to a runway in Mexico, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 2024-01-05 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2024-01-05 involved a Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class), registration N6074A, operated by Alsa Aviation, at Saltillo, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an unplanned left turn during its final approach, leading to ground impact short of the runway.

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