On December 5, 1987, a Cessna 402 (registration N422TA) operated by New Bight Enterprises Company was involved in an aviation accident near Arthur's Town, Bahamas during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed during its approach to Arthur's Town Airport, resulting in the death of the pilot.
What happened
An aviation accident occurred during the final approach phase of a flight into Arthur's Town Airport. The aircraft was operating under circumstances that remain undetermined at this time. As the plane approached the airfield, it crashed, leading to a fatal outcome for the person operating the vehicle.
Details of the incident
Location: Approaching Arthur's Town Airport
Personnel: The pilot was the only person on board the aircraft
Casualties: There was one fatality involving the pilot
Flight Phase: Approach
The exact sequence leading to the impact has not been established, as the specific conditions surrounding the descent are currently unknown. No other individuals were present on the aircraft during the flight.
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