Crash of a Ford 5 in Putla Villa de Guerrero
Date & Time:
Aug 16, 1949
Registration:
XA-GIJ
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
5-AT-075
YOM:
23
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
During the takeoff roll, the tire on the left main gear burst. The three engine airplane went out of control, veered off runway to the left and collided with a bank. While both crew members were slightly injured, the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Tire burst during takeoff.
