No fatalities

Aircraft Damaged Beyond Repair After Lightning Strike on Final Approach to Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández (N100BB)

Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández, Puerto RicoLanding (descent or approach)

On December 1, 1992, a Canadair CL-44 (registration N100BB) operated by Tradewinds Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández, Puerto Rico during landing or approach. 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.

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

An aircraft was struck by lightning on final approach to Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández during heavy rain and thunderstorms. It landed hard, bounced, and stopped on the main runway. All four occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview and Weather Conditions During the approach to Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández, the crew encountered poor weather conditions characterized by heavy rain and thunderstorm activity. The adverse conditions were present as the aircraft was on final approach to the airport. The specific aircraft type, registration, operator, and date of the incident are not provided in the source material. ## Lightning Strike and Landing Sequence While on final approach, the aircraft was struck by lightning. Despite the strike, the crew was able to continue the descent. The aircraft then landed hard on the main runway, bounced, and came to a halt. The source does not specify the exact location of the lightning strike on the aircraft or the extent of the damage caused by the strike itself. ## Outcome and Damage Assessment All four occupants of the aircraft escaped uninjured. The aircraft sustained damage that was assessed as beyond repair. The source does not provide further details on the specific systems or components damaged, nor does it state a probable cause for the incident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Dec 1992 Canadair CL-44 accident near Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández, Puerto Rico?

An aircraft was struck by lightning on final approach to Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández during heavy rain and thunderstorms. It landed hard, bounced, and stopped on the main runway. All four occupants escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Dec 1992 Canadair CL-44 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Dec 1992 involved a Canadair CL-44, registration N100BB, operated by Tradewinds Airlines, at Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández, Puerto Rico.