Single fatality in aircraft crash near Eteringbang Airfield

1 fatality • Eteringbang, Guyana • Landing (descent or approach)

A cargo flight operating between Ekereku and Eteringbang ended in a fatal crash during the final approach phase, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

A twin-engine cargo aircraft was conducting a transport mission from Ekereku to Eteringbang, carrying fuel drums intended for local mining operations. While performing the final approach to Runway 03 at Eteringbang Airfield, the aircraft was flying at a very low altitude. During this phase, the pilot attempted a right-hand turn, which resulted in a loss of control. The plane subsequently impacted a heavily wooded area located approximately 200 metres from the runway.

Findings

The impact caused the total destruction of the twin-engine aircraft. There was one fatality recorded, as the pilot was the only person on board at the time of the accident. The investigation indicates that the loss of control during a low-altitude turn was the primary factor leading to the crash.

Probable cause

The pilot lost control of the aircraft while executing a turn at a low altitude during the final approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-07-25 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Eteringbang, Guyana?

A cargo flight operating between Ekereku and Eteringbang ended in a fatal crash during the final approach phase, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 2017-07-25 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-07-25 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration 8R-GRA, operated by Roraima Airways, at Eteringbang, Guyana.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot lost control of the aircraft while executing a turn at a low altitude during the final approach.

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