On January 4, 1995, a Piper PA-61 Aerostar (Ted Smith 601) (registration N720EM) operated by Eduardo Mata was involved in an aviation accident near Cuernavaca, Mexico during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced a loss of power in one engine during the takeoff phase. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft experienced engine failure during takeoff, leading to a crash that resulted in two fatalities.
What happened
During the initial climb phase following takeoff, the aircraft suffered a mechanical failure involving one of its engines. In response to the loss of power, the pilot attempted an emergency landing procedure. However, the aircraft crashed in the vicinity of the runway end.
The incident resulted in two fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants. The flight was traveling toward Dallas, Texas, at the time of the accident.
Findings
Investigations into the crash identified that the primary factor was an engine failure occurring during the takeoff sequence. The specific underlying reason for the engine's malfunction remains undetermined.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced a loss of power in one engine during the takeoff phase.