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Mexican Navy Medical Plane Crashes Near Galveston Bay

PUBLISHED Dec 22, 2025, 7:35 PM ET

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Mexican Navy Medical Plane Crashes Near Galveston Bay

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GALVESTON, Texas — A Mexican Navy medical aircraft crashed into Galveston Bay Monday while approaching Scholes International Airport, officials said. Eight people were aboard, including military crew, medical personnel and a young patient being transported for burn care, U.S. and Mexican authorities reported. Local responders, the U.S. Coast Guard, Texas DPS, the FAA and the NTSB conducted search, rescue and recovery operations. Initial reports varied; Mexican authorities later said six people died and two survived, with one previously missing found deceased during searches. Officials urged public caution. The cause is under investigation. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Mexican Navy medical flight departed Mexico to transport a burn patient to Galveston.
Monday afternoon the aircraft crashed into Galveston Bay while approaching Scholes International Airport near the causeway.
Local responders, Galveston County dive teams and the U.S. Coast Guard conducted rescue and recovery operations.
Mexican Navy and U.S. agencies reported eight aboard; casualty counts updated as recovery continued.
Texas DPS, FAA and the NTSB joined the investigation to determine probable cause.

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Who Benefited

Investigative agencies, local emergency services, and medical facilities benefit by gaining operational insights and coordination experience for future cross-border medical transport incidents.

Who Impacted

Families of the deceased, injured survivors, and the nonprofit coordinating burn patient transfers suffered tragic losses and emotional, medical, and logistical burdens.