On March 8, 2012, a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 (registration TG-JAB) operated by CM Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Plan de La Laguna, Honduras in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area in Plan de La Laguna, resulting in the deaths of both people on board.
What happened
On an unspecified date, a twin-engine aircraft was operating at a low altitude when it struck treetops. The impact occurred within a forested region of the Comayagua National Park, specifically situated in the Plan de La Laguna area. The collision with the vegetation led to a crash in the woods.
There were two fatalities resulting from the accident, as both occupants of the aircraft were killed during the event. The specific circumstances leading to the low-altitude flight and the subsequent impact with the trees remain unconfirmed.
Findings
The exact reason for the aircraft's low altitude and the subsequent crash into the forest canopy has not yet been determined.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 8 Mar 2012 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident near Plan de La Laguna, Honduras?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area in Plan de La Laguna, resulting in the deaths of both people on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 8 Mar 2012 Rockwell Shrike Commander 500 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 Mar 2012 involved a Rockwell Shrike Commander 500, registration TG-JAB, operated by CM Airlines, at Plan de La Laguna, Honduras.
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