Incident Overview
A pilot reported a loss of power from the left engine approximately three miles west of the airport at St. Thomas shortly after departure. The pilot informed the tower that the flight was returning to land and secured the affected engine.
Landing Gear Issue
On short final approach, the pilot positioned the landing gear selector handle down, but the landing gear did not extend. The tower then advised the pilot that the hydraulic pump responsible for extending the gear and flaps is located on the left engine.
Go-Around and Additional Engine Problem
The pilot executed a go-around and manually pumped the landing gear down. While on base leg to final, the pilot advised the tower that the right engine was missing. After turning final, the pilot reported that the aircraft was going into the water.
Post-Incident Examination
Examination of the aircraft and engines revealed no evidence of pre-impact failure or malfunction.