Incident Overview
On June 22, 1988, at approximately 1500 Eastern Daylight Time, a Cessna 180 (registration N3634C) ditched in the ocean near Bimini, Bahamas, after experiencing a loss of power. The aircraft was registered to Ferro Aviation Maintenance Company, Inc. The flight was being conducted under Part 91 regulations for personal purposes. Visual meteorological conditions were present, and a VFR flight plan had been filed.
Sequence of Events
The flight originated from Bimini and was destined for Miami, Florida. During the flight, the pilot noticed a loss of oil pressure. Subsequently, the engine seized, resulting in a loss of power. The pilot was forced to ditch the aircraft in the ocean.
Aftermath
The ditching resulted in the complete destruction of the airplane. However, both occupants were not injured. They were rescued by a fishing vessel that was in the vicinity. No further details are available.