A small private jet has crashed in Mexico, killing all seven passengers and crew members on board. The accident occurred in an industrial area 50 kilometers from Toluca Airport in central Mexico. The small aircraft was attempting to land at the airport when it crashed into a building after landing in a football field.
Mexican media reports all 10 people on board were killed.
Radar data indicates the aircraft was attempting a go-around at the time of the crash. CCTV footage shows the plane moments before it crashed into a football field located between the borders of Toluca and San Mateo Atenco. Airport officials stated that the private jet had two crew members and eight passengers on board. However, Mexican media reports indicate that all 10 people on board were killed.
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Search and rescue operation underway
According to the Associated Press (AP), the aircraft was flying from Acapulco, located on Mexico’s Pacific coast. Mexico State Civil Protection Coordinator Adrian Hernandez said the plane had eight passengers and two crew members on board. Seven bodies have been recovered so far, and the search and rescue operation is ongoing.
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