On August 20, 2011, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration 8R-GHD) operated by Trans Guyana Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Port Kaituma, Guyana during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft veered off the runway after landing on a wet surface during heavy rain. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine aircraft veered off the runway and sustained significant damage after landing in heavy rain at Port Kaituma.
What happened
During an approach to Port Kaituma, the pilot initiated a descent into the airfield amidst heavy rainfall. Upon landing on the saturated runway, the twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. The aircraft skidded and drifted off the prepared surface, subsequently striking a utility pole with its left wing. The impact caused the nose landing gear to detach from the airframe before the vessel finally came to a stop.
Findings
The incident occurred during the landing phase of flight.
Adverse weather conditions, specifically heavy rain, were present at the time of the accident.
The runway surface was wet, contributing to the loss of control.
All four occupants on board managed to exit the aircraft with minor injuries.
The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Probable cause
The aircraft veered off the runway after landing on a wet surface during heavy rain.