4 fatalities

1967-01-11: Chase YC-122 Avitruc (N122E) — Bush Aviation — Bimini, Bahamas

Bimini, BahamasFlight

On January 11, 1967, a Chase YC-122 Avitruc (registration N122E) operated by Bush Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Bimini, Bahamas in flight. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Due to lack of evidence, the cause of the accident could not be determined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini carrying movie equipment crashed into the sea near Bimini Island. Search efforts found no trace of the four crew members; some debris was later spotted floating northwest of Bimini.

Background

The aircraft was completing a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini, carrying various equipment intended for a movie production. Details about the aircraft type, registration, or operator have not been disclosed.

Accident

While approaching Bimini Island, the aircraft crashed into the sea under unknown circumstances. No further information about the sequence of events leading to the impact has been released.

Search and Rescue

Search and rescue (SAR) operations were initiated promptly after the accident. However, after several days without locating the aircraft or any of the four crew members, the search was suspended. Some debris was eventually spotted floating on the water northwest of Bimini Island several days later.

Investigation

The official investigation into the accident was hampered by the lack of physical evidence. The probable cause of the accident could not be determined due to insufficient information.