Aeroméxico Flight 110 was a domestic flight traveling from Mexico City to the coastal city of Zihuatanejo. On November 8, 1981, the Douglas DC-9 aircraft took off smoothly but shortly after departure, it began to encounter serious technical issues. The flight, which was carrying 18 individuals, including crew members and passengers, experienced a rapid loss of altitude, leading to a catastrophic crash in a mountainous area near the destination. Recovery efforts were complicated due to the challenging terrain, and all onboard were confirmed dead.The investigation into the crash revealed that pilot error, alongside equipment malfunction, played significant roles in the incident. As a result of the mishap, Aeroméxico faced intense scrutiny, and the event led to increased regulations regarding pilot training and aircraft maintenance standards in Mexico. It was a crucial moment that underscored the importance of safety measures in the aviation industry within the country, promoting a culture of preventive oversight.In the years that followed, Aeroméxico and other airlines took steps to improve safety protocols and enhance pilot competencies. The crash also highlighted the critical need for stringent regulatory frameworks to address aviation safety, sparking broader discussions within the industry both in Mexico and internationally.