No fatalities

Unidentified aircraft crash off the coast of Belize (V3-HCT)

Belize, BelizeFlight

On November 25, 1989, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration V3-HCT) operated by Maya Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Belize, Belize in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft crashed into the ocean near Belize under undetermined conditions, resulting in no reported fatalities.

What happened

An aviation incident occurred involving an unidentified aircraft that impacted the sea near the coast of Belize. The specific details surrounding the descent and impact remain unclear, as the event took place under unknown circumstances.

Despite the loss of the aircraft, there were no casualties reported in connection with the crash. No information regarding the number of occupants on board or their identities has been released.

Findings

The precise cause of the accident has not yet been determined. At this time, investigators have not identified the specific factors that led to the aircraft entering the water.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Nov 1989 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Belize, Belize?

An aircraft crashed into the ocean near Belize under undetermined conditions, resulting in no reported fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Nov 1989 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Nov 1989 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration V3-HCT, operated by Maya Airways, at Belize, Belize.