What happened
On 24 February 2026, at approximately 12:52 local time, a serious incident occurred at North Eleuthera International Airport (MYEH) involving two aircraft operating under instrument flight rules. The first aircraft, a Bombardier CL-600-2C10 with registration N532EA, was operated by PSA Airlines on behalf of American Airlines. The second aircraft, a Learjet 60 with registration N732RJ, was operated by Aurora Aviation.
While preparing for departure from runway 07 toward Charlotte, North Carolina, the crew of N532EA monitored the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) and observed two aircraft landing. After the runway was cleared, the crew of N532EA announced their intention to enter runway 07 and backtrack. As the aircraft reached approximately 20 feet from the end of the runway, the crew spotted N732RJ on a one-mile final approach. Although the pilot of N532EA maneuvered the aircraft toward the right side of the runway and radioed a request for the approaching aircraft to go around, N732RJ continued its approach and landed over the position of N5 and 52EA.
The investigation
The investigation established that the crew of N732RJ was managing several mechanical issues during its flight from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Approximately 20 minutes after departure, the crew noted a left engine vibration and abnormal oil temperature and pressure. During the flight, smoke was observed in the cabin, which the crew addressed by shutting off the left bleed air system. Additionally, the crew dealt with a chip detector warning, which required the left engine to be maintained at idle during the approach to MYEH.
Findings
- The crew of N732RJ was managing multiple abnormal indications and checklist procedures while operating into an uncontrolled aerodrome.
- The crew of N532EA attempted to clear the runway centerline and issued a verbal instruction for the arriving aircraft to abort the landing.
- No injuries were reported to the crew or passengers, and no damage to either aircraft was documented.