No fatalities

2018-03-15: Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (YV3284) — Private Venezuela — Blue Creek, Belize

Blue Creek, BelizeLanding (descent or approach)

On March 15, 2018, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (registration YV3284) operated by Private Venezuela was involved in an aviation accident near Blue Creek, Belize during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781191510Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot belly-landed an aircraft in a prairie in Blue Creek, western Belize, at night. The plane slid and nearly broke in two. The pilot fled but was arrested. The registration was allegedly incorrect, suggesting an illegal flight.

Incident Overview

A pilot attempted to land an aircraft in a prairie located in Blue Creek, western Belize, during nighttime hours. The airplane performed a belly landing, sliding for several dozen meters before coming to rest. The aircraft was almost broken in two as a result of the landing.

Aftermath

The pilot left the scene but was quickly arrested by local police. Authorities believe the flight was illegal, as the registration displayed on the aircraft (YV3224) is incorrect. It appears that the correct registration is YV3284.

Investigation

No further details have been released regarding the pilot's identity, the aircraft type, or any potential injuries. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.