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October 3, 2009 · Beech A36 TC · XB-CGU

Guanajuato, MX

Overview

Report Status
Factual report
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 3, 2009
Injury Outcomes
3 injuries (2 fatalities, 1 serious injury)
Location
Guanajuato, MX
Aircraft
Beech A36 TC
Tail Number
XB-CGU
Injuries
Fatal
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN10WA009

On October 3, 2009, approximately 1030 central daylight time a Beech A36TC, XB-CGU, was substantially damaged upon impact with terrain near Guanajuato, Mexico. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The pilot and one passenger were fatally injured. Another passenger was seriously injured. The personal flight was attempting to return to the Guanajuato International Airport (MMLO), Mexico at the time of the accident. Technical representatives from the airframe and engine manufacturer were appointed as technical advisers and are supporting the DGAC's investigation. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Mexico. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of Mexico. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Secretaria de Comunicaciones y Transportes (SCT) Direccion General de Aeronutica Civil (DGAC) Col Narvarte, Del. Benito Juárez Mexico, D.F, Mexico c.p. 15620 Tel: (55)57239300

Full Narrative

On October 3, 2009, approximately 1030 central daylight time a Beech A36TC, XB-CGU, was substantially damaged upon impact with terrain near Guanajuato, Mexico. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The pilot and one passenger were fatally injured. Another passenger was seriously injured. The personal flight was attempting to return to the Guanajuato International Airport (MMLO), Mexico at the time of the accident. Technical representatives from the airframe and engine manufacturer were appointed as technical advisers and are supporting the DGAC's investigation. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Mexico. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of Mexico. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Secretaria de Comunicaciones y Transportes (SCT) Direccion General de Aeronutica Civil (DGAC) Col Narvarte, Del. Benito Juárez Mexico, D.F, Mexico c.p. 15620 Tel: (55)57239300

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:30 UTC
Nearest AirportGuanajuato Int'L (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftBeech A36 TC
Tail NumberXB-CGU
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TSIO-520 · Reciprocating · 300

People & Injuries

Injury Summary3 injuries (2 fatalities, 1 serious injury)
Fatal2
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total3

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility6 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter30.21 inHg
Observation Time15:46

Appendix: Source Data