Hot air balloon crashes in Teotihuacán: 12 injured (VIDEOS)

MEXICO CITY (apro).- On the morning of Friday, May 23, 2025, a hot air balloon from the company Sky Balloons Mexico suffered an accident in the municipality of San Martín de las Pirámides, State of Mexico . According to local authorities, the balloon suffered a tear in its structure while flying over the area, which resulted in it crashing.

The incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. on Tuxpan Avenue in the Centro neighborhood of the aforementioned municipality. Fourteen people were traveling in the balloon, who suffered bruises and scrapes after the impact, according to reports from the emergency services responding to the incident. Among the injured were domestic and foreign tourists, including one person from the United States and two from Colombia.

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Passengers treated by emergency services

Civil Protection paramedics and firefighters arrived in three ambulances to treat the injured passengers. All were stabilized at the scene and taken to a clinic for further medical evaluation. No fatalities have been reported so far.

Authorities investigate safety conditions

Civil Protection personnel from the State of Mexico are on site to begin the corresponding investigations . A review will also be conducted of the operating company, Sky Balloons Mexico, to determine if they were complying with current safety regulations.

History of accidents in Teotihuacán

This accident adds to others reported in recent years. On April 1, 2023, a balloon caught fire and crashed near the archaeological site, leaving a couple dead and their 13-year-old daughter with burns and fractures. The pilot was later arrested for alleged homicide and injuries.

In January 2025, another balloon crash-landed in Axapusco, injuring two foreign tourists. In October 2024, three hot air balloons were forced to make emergency landings in the Granjas Familiares and ejidos communities of Tepexpan due to gusts of wind, leaving three people injured.

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What should be checked when booking a balloon flight?

According to the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC), passengers must verify that the operating company meets the following requirements:

• Valid AFAC permit for tourist flights.
• Airworthiness certificate for each balloon.
• Visible registration and national flag on the aircraft.
• Valid insurance that covers damages to passengers and third parties.
• Operation and maintenance procedures manual.
• In addition, pilots must have:
• License issued by the AFAC as an aerostat pilot.
• Current class 2 medical certification.
• Proven experience in passenger flights.

Recommendations for passengers

Before hiring the service, it is recommended:

• Request official company documentation.
• Review reviews and safety records.
• Avoid flying if you have any risky medical condition.
• Do not board if you have consumed alcohol or substances.