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Mid-Air Collision in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala (TG-JOT)

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On September 5, 1975, a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 (registration TG-JOT) operated by Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos (TAG Airlines) was involved in an aviation accident near Cobán, Guatemala in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

Two aircraft collided in flight near Cobán, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, after one pilot returned from dropping off passengers in Yucatán, Mexico. Both aircraft were destroyed, and both pilots were killed.

Incident Overview and Route Details A twin-engine aircraft was returning to its base in Guatemala City after dropping off passengers in the Yucatán region of Mexico. During the return leg, the aircraft was operating alongside a second aircraft from the same operator, a Piper PA-23 Aztec registered TG-HIZ. ## Collision and Outcome In unknown circumstances, the two aircraft collided in flight and crashed in the region of Cobán, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Both aircraft were destroyed, and both pilots were killed. No further details regarding the specific cause of the collision were provided in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Sept 1975 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Cobán, Guatemala?

Two aircraft collided in flight near Cobán, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, after one pilot returned from dropping off passengers in Yucatán, Mexico. Both aircraft were destroyed, and both pilots were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Sept 1975 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Sept 1975 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, registration TG-JOT, operated by Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos (TAG Airlines), at Cobán, Guatemala.

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