What happened
A flight departing from Belize City-Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport toward Belize City-Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport experienced a critical mechanical failure during its transit. While the aircraft was cruising along the coastline, the engine ceased functioning. In response to the loss of power, the pilot initiated a descent to lower the altitude.
During the emergency descent, the pilot attempted to perform an emergency landing on a nearby beach. However, the aircraft struck the water before reaching land. The impact caused the airframe to break into two separate pieces. The aircraft eventually settled in approximately two feet of water.
Outcomes
There were five people on board at the time of the accident, including the pilot and four US citizens. All five occupants managed to exit the wreckage and escaped the scene with minor injuries.