Aircraft crash involving suspected narcotics during landing attempt

1 fatality • El Chico, Guatemala • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed while attempting to land at an unauthorized airstrip, resulting in one fatality and the discovery of narcotics on board.

What happened

During an attempt to land at an unapproved landing site, an aircraft struck several trees before crashing. The impact caused the aircraft to come to rest in an inverted position. Upon inspection of the wreckage, authorities discovered a quantity of narcotics inside the cabin. One fatality was confirmed at the scene.

While the exact registration of the aircraft remains unconfirmed, the source indicates it may be XA-VD?. The incident involved a single-engine aircraft (type unconfirmed) and resulted in one fatality.

Findings

Preliminary details suggest the crash was a result of the crew attempting to utilize an illegal airstrip during the landing phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The crew attempted to land at an unauthorized airstrip, leading to a collision with trees.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2020-11-09 Rockwell Sabreliner 65 accident near El Chico, Guatemala?

An aircraft crashed while attempting to land at an unauthorized airstrip, resulting in one fatality and the discovery of narcotics on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2020-11-09 Rockwell Sabreliner 65 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2020-11-09 involved a Rockwell Sabreliner 65, registration XA-VD?, operated by Private Mexico, at El Chico, Guatemala.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew attempted to land at an unauthorized airstrip, leading to a collision with trees.

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