Accident Details
On December 17, 2009, at approximately 1922 eastern standard time, a Dassault Falcon 20 jet, registration N28RK, crashed in a remote area roughly 12 miles east of Matthew Town on the island of Inagua in the Bahamas. The accident occurred during night hours under visual meteorological conditions. The flight had originated from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (MDJB) at an undetermined time and was en route to Fort Lauderdale, Florida (KFXE). Both pilots on board were killed, and the aircraft was destroyed.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Dassault Falcon 20, a twin-engine business jet. The specific registration N28RK was assigned to this aircraft. No further details about the aircraft's maintenance history or ownership are available in the initial report.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident is under the jurisdiction of the Bahamian Government. The Manager of Flight Standards in the Bahamas is overseeing the inquiry. As of the initial report, no probable cause has been determined. Further information may be obtained from the Bahamian authorities.