Fatal Piper PA-23-250 accident in Nicholls Town, Bahamas

6 fatalities • Nicholls Town, Bahamas

A Piper PA-23-250 aircraft was involved in a fatal accident in the Bahamas on January 17, 2018.

The government of the Bahamas reported an accident involving a PIPER PA-23-250, registration N62769, which occurred on January 17, 2018, in Nicholls Town, Bahamas. The accident resulted in 6 fatal injuries.

Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the Bahamian authorities with their investigation. All investigative details are being managed and released by the government of the Bahamas.

Probable cause

Not determined

Related events

Same aircraft

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Jan 2018 PIPER PA-23-250 accident near Nicholls Town, Bahamas?

A Piper PA-23-250 aircraft was involved in a fatal accident in the Bahamas on January 17, 2018.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Jan 2018 PIPER PA-23-250 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Jan 2018 involved a PIPER PA-23-250, operated by KINGDOM AIRWAYS LLC, at Nicholls Town, Bahamas.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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