What happened
During the approach phase to Aguadilla-Rafael Hernández Airport, the flight crew encountered severe weather characterized by thunderstorms and intense rainfall. While the aircraft was on its final approach, it was struck by lightning. Following the strike, the crew proceeded with the descent, but the impact resulted in a heavy landing. The aircraft subsequently bounced on the runway before coming to a complete stop on the main strip.
Findings
- The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
- There were zero fatalities and zero injuries among the four occupants on board.
- The primary contributing factor was the lightning strike encountered during heavy thunderstorm activity.