2 fatalities

Aircraft Shot Down During Illegal Cocaine Transport

San Ignacio, MexicoTakeoff (climb)

On December 30, 1989, a Rockwell Turbo Commander 680/681 operated by Private Mexico was involved in an aviation accident near San Ignacio, Mexico during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Shot down by the Mexican Police. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 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

A twin-engine aircraft carrying four people and 670 kg of cocaine was shot down by Mexican Police after takeoff from a private strip in San Ignacio, killing two occupants and seriously injuring two others.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft was operating an illegal contraband flight when it was shot down by Mexican Police. The aircraft was carrying four occupants and a load of 670 kilograms of cocaine. The incident occurred after the aircraft took off from a private strip in San Ignacio. ## Casualties The crash resulted in two fatalities and two serious injuries among the four occupants aboard the aircraft. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was that the aircraft was shot down by the Mexican Police. No further details regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, or date of the incident were provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Dec 1989 Rockwell Turbo Commander 680/681 accident near San Ignacio, Mexico?

A twin-engine aircraft carrying four people and 670 kg of cocaine was shot down by Mexican Police after takeoff from a private strip in San Ignacio, killing two occupants and seriously injuring two others.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Dec 1989 Rockwell Turbo Commander 680/681 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Dec 1989 involved a Rockwell Turbo Commander 680/681, operated by Private Mexico, at San Ignacio, Mexico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Shot down by the Mexican Police