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

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.