Overview
On 25 November 2021 at approximately 8:00 AM EST (1300 UTC), a Piper Aztec PA-23-250 aircraft, registered N6670Y, was involved in an accident during landing at Sandy Point Airport (MYAS) in Abaco, Bahamas. The aircraft, manufactured in 1969 with serial number 27-3987, was equipped with two Lycoming engines and operated under private category. The pilot held an Airline Transport Pilot license. There were three souls on board (one crew, two passengers). No injuries were reported.
Occurrence Details
The pilot reported observing a safe gear indication on the instrument panel prior to landing, which led him to proceed with the approach. However, upon landing, a loss of control occurred, resulting in a runway excursion. The aircraft came to rest on the right side of runway 10. The occurrence type was categorized as Loss of Control Ground/Runway Excursion.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft sustained damage to the underside of the fuselage and both propellers. No other damage items were noted.
Investigation Findings
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) conducted a limited scope field investigation. During recovery, the aircraft's landing gear system was manually operated (extended) in accordance with the manufacturer’s maintenance manuals. No abnormalities were found that prevented the landing gear from extending as required when selected to the 'down' position. No safety recommendations or safety messages were issued in relation to this occurrence.
The investigation was conducted in accordance with Annex 13 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority Act and Regulations.