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Fatal aircraft accident during search and rescue mission near Nassau (N7093L)

Congo Town, BahamasTakeoff (climb)

On October 12, 1993, a Cessna 402 (registration N7093L) operated by KMC Ventures was involved in an aviation accident near Congo Town, Bahamas during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft went out of control during the climb phase following a night takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff during a search and rescue mission near Nassau, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During a night-time search and rescue operation, a twin-engine aircraft crashed near Nassau. The flight had been dispatched from Congo Town to locate another aircraft that had gone missing several hours prior. While the aircraft was in its initial climb phase following takeoff, the crew lost control of the plane. The aircraft impacted the ground a few kilometers from the airport, where it subsequently caught fire.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both occupants on board were killed.
  • The crash occurred during the climb phase of flight.
  • The aircraft was operating on a mission to locate a previously missing plane.

Probable cause

The aircraft went out of control during the climb phase following a night takeoff.

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