Chiapas Plane Crash: Three Dead After Guatemalan Aircraft Goes Down

Tragedy in Chiapas: Guatemalan Plane Crash Claims Three Lives A Guatemalan aircraft crashed in the Ejido San Vicente area of Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico, on June 6th, 2025, claiming the lives of all three crew members. The plane, dedicated to the crucial task of sterile fly dispersion, went down due to severe weather conditions. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the aircraft struggle amidst heavy winds and rain before plummeting to the ground. The impact resulted in a fire that engulfed the wreckage. "It was a terrible sight," said one local resident, who wished to remain anonymous. "The plane was in flames, and there was nothing anyone could do." Emergency responders arrived quickly, but sadly, all three crew members were found dead at the scene. The incident highlights the dangers faced by pilots operating in challenging weather conditions. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, but initial reports point to the severe weather as the primary factor. The loss of the aircraft and its crew is a significant blow to the ongoing efforts to control the fly population in the region. The community is mourning the loss of the three crew members, and support is being provided to their families.