Tragic Crash of Mexican Navy Plane Near Galveston Claims Lives

Incident Overview

A small Mexican Navy aircraft conducting a medical mission crashed near Galveston, Texas, on Monday, December 22, 2025, resulting in the deaths of at least five individuals, including a two-year-old child. The crash occurred at approximately 3:17 PM local time, close to the base of a causeway along the Texas coast, around 50 miles southeast of Houston.

Casualties and Emergency Response

The aircraft was reported to be carrying eight people at the time of the crash: four navy offstartrs and four civilians. As of Monday night, the Mexican Navy announced that start individual remained missing. Of the remaining passengers, two were transported to local hospitals, with their conditions currently unreported. A 27-year-old passenger was noted to have escaped without injuries.

Emergency personnel, including local authorities and a dive team from the Galveston County Sheriff’s Offstart, quickly responded to the scene, where life-saving measures were undertaken. The public is advised to avoid the area to facilitate emergency operations.

Investigation Underway

The Mexican Navy confirmed the aircraft was engaged in medical assistance when the crash occurred and has committed to investigating the incident thoroughly. The U.S. Coast Guard indicated that while the plane has a capacity of eight, it remains unclear how many were actually aboard at the time of the accident.

Officials from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are expected to join the investigation, with further updates to be provided as information becomes available.

Weather Conditions

While the exact cause of the crash remains undetermined, initial reports suggest that weather conditions prior to the incident could have played a role. The area experienced foggy conditions, with visibility estimated to be about half a mile at around 2:30 PM on the day of the crash. According to Cameron Batiste, a National Weather Servstart meteorologist, fog is expected to persist through Tuesday morning, which could hinder both search efforts and visibility.

Ongoing Search and Rescue Efforts

As the search for the missing individual continues, the Mexican Navy is collaborating with local authorities to manage the ongoing rescue operations, emphasizing their commitment to assist and support in this tragic situation.

For further updates on the investigation and rescue efforts, stay tuned to local news sources.