Fatal Accident (2) – Cessna 525A Citation CJ2+, N525CZ, near Llandow, near Mesquite Metro Airport (KHQZ), Mesquite, TX, March 13, 2025
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On the morning of March 13, 2025, at approximately 7:40 a.m., a Cessna 525A Citation CJ2+, registered as N525CZ, crashed shortly after takeoff from Mesquite Metro Airport in Mesquite, Texas. The aircraft impacted a wooded area near the intersection of East Cartwright Road and Lawson Road, located south of the airport. Eyewitnesses reported that the aircraft was flying at a low altitude before it struck the ground, followed by two explosions. Emergency responders arrived to find the wreckage burning among trees, with no reported damage to nearby structures. The Cessna 525A Citation CJ2+ is a light business jet known for its efficiency and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Williams FJ44-3A-24 turbofan engines and is designed for short to mid-range flights with a seating capacity for up to seven passengers, plus crew. The CJ2+ is widely used for corporate and private aviation, valued for its ease of operation and modern cockpit technology. The accident aircraft was privately operated, with only the pilot on board at the time of the crash. Investigators from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) were dispatched to the scene to assess the wreckage. The post-crash fire destroyed significant portions of the aircraft, complicating the initial examination. Preliminary reports indicated that the aircraft experienced a loss of control shortly after takeoff, though it remains unclear whether this was due to mechanical failure, pilot incapacitation, or other contributing factors. The pilot, the sole occupant of the aircraft, did not survive the impact. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased. No injuries or fatalities were reported on the ground, and the wreckage was contained within the wooded area where the aircraft came to rest. Despite the crash occurring near a populated region, there were no reports of collateral damage to homes or infrastructure. While the cause of the accident remains under investigation, officials will analyze radar data, air traffic control communications, maintenance logs, and potential environmental factors. The final report from the NTSB will determine the probable cause and contribute to the broader understanding of this event. | ||||
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