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Fatal Twin-Engine Crash on Approach to Mahdia (8R-GFN)

Mahdia, GuyanaLanding (descent or approach)

On January 6, 2001, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration 8R-GFN) operated by Guyana Defence Force was involved in an aviation accident near Mahdia, Guyana during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area on the slope of Mt Ebini while on approach to Mahdia, killing all three occupants.

Incident Overview and Flight Details The aircraft was operating a flight from Kato to Mahdia at the time of the accident. The flight was being conducted on behalf of a public work company and carried a total of three people: two pilots and one passenger. The aircraft was identified as a twin-engine model, though no specific type or registration was provided in the source material. The crash occurred during the approach phase of the flight, with the aircraft striking the slope of Mt Ebini approximately 9 km short of the runway. The impact site was in a wooded area, and all three occupants were killed.

Controlled flight into terrain

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Jan 2001 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Mahdia, Guyana?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area on the slope of Mt Ebini while on approach to Mahdia, killing all three occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jan 2001 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Jan 2001 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration 8R-GFN, operated by Guyana Defence Force, at Mahdia, Guyana.

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