2 fatalities

Beech 65-88 Missing on Flight from Aruba to Dominican Republic (N884G)

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On February 7, 1988, a Beechcraft 88 Queen Air (registration N884G) operated by Crown Aviation Services was involved in an aviation accident near Caribbean Sea, World in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Due to lack of evidences, the cause of the accident could not be determined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A Beech 65-88 airplane vanished on February 7, 1988, during an IFR flight from Aruba to Santo Domingo. Last reported over DUSAN intersection, the aircraft remains missing.

Incident Overview

On February 7, 1988, a Beech 65-88 airplane was reported missing while operating an Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) flight from Aruba to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The aircraft departed Aruba at approximately 1223Z.

Last Known Position

According to air traffic authorities in Santo Domingo, the airplane's last reported position was over the DUSAN intersection at 1340Z. No further communications or radar contact were established after that point.

Search Efforts and Status

Despite search efforts, the airplane has not been located and remains missing. No additional information is available regarding the flight or its occupants.

Official Findings

The probable cause of the accident could not be determined due to lack of evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Feb 1988 Beechcraft 88 Queen Air accident near Caribbean Sea, World?

A Beech 65-88 airplane vanished on February 7, 1988, during an IFR flight from Aruba to Santo Domingo. Last reported over DUSAN intersection, the aircraft remains missing.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Feb 1988 Beechcraft 88 Queen Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Feb 1988 involved a Beechcraft 88 Queen Air, registration N884G, operated by Crown Aviation Services, at Caribbean Sea, World.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Due to lack of evidences, the cause of the accident could not be determined.