Aircraft crash off the coast of Nassau

2 fatalities • Nassau-Lynden Pindling, Bahamas • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean near Nassau-Lynden Pindling Airport during an approach in adverse weather.

What happened

During an approach to runway 27 at Nassau-Lynden Pindling Airport, a twin engine aircraft went down in the ocean a short distance from the coast. The incident occurred while the flight was navigating through difficult weather conditions characterized by an incoming cold front. Following the impact, pieces of wreckage were spotted drifting in the water to the north of Nassau.

Findings

  • The accident took place during the approach phase of flight.
  • Poor weather conditions involving a cold front were present at the time of the crash.
  • The crash resulted in two fatalities, as both pilots on board the aircraft were killed.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed into the sea during an approach amidst inclement weather caused by a cold front.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2010-12-14 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Nassau-Lynden Pindling, Bahamas?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean near Nassau-Lynden Pindling Airport during an approach in adverse weather.

Were there any fatalities in the 2010-12-14 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2010-12-14 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration N38L, operated by Monarch Air Group, at Nassau-Lynden Pindling, Bahamas.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed into the sea during an approach amidst inclement weather caused by a cold front.

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