Fatal aircraft crash near Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón Airport

4 fatalities • Chilpancingo-Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón, Mexico • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine airplane crashed into Mount El Torre shortly after departing from Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón Airport, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

Following its departure from Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced significant issues maintaining altitude. During the initial climb phase, the aircraft struggled to gain sufficient height and subsequently impacted Mount El Torre. The crash site was located approximately 3 km away from the airfield.

All four people on board the aircraft, including the crew and passengers, were killed in the accident.

Findings

  • The aircraft encountered mechanical or aerodynamic difficulties preventing it from climbing effectively after takeoff.
  • The impact occurred at a distance of roughly 3 km from the departure runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to maintain altitude during its initial climb following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1983-01-31 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Chilpancingo-Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón, Mexico?

A twin-engine airplane crashed into Mount El Torre shortly after departing from Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón Airport, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1983-01-31 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1983-01-31 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, operated by Mexican Air Force - Fuerza Aérea Mexicana, at Chilpancingo-Doctor Alfonso G. Alarcón, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was unable to maintain altitude during its initial climb following takeoff.

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