Aircraft fire following landing at Rock Sound Airport

No fatalities • Rock Sound, Bahamas • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft caught fire and was destroyed after completing its landing at Rock Sound Airport, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

Following the completion of its landing sequence at Rock Sound Airport, a twin engine aircraft became involved in an intense fire. The incident occurred as the aircraft came to a stop on the airfield, where it was subsequently consumed by flames.

Despite the severity of the post-landing fire, there were no injuries reported among any occupants. However, the intensity of the blaze resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

Findings

While the specific origin of the fire was not detailed, the incident concluded with the complete loss of the aircraft due to the post-landing fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1972-04-20 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident near Rock Sound, Bahamas?

A twin-engine aircraft caught fire and was destroyed after completing its landing at Rock Sound Airport, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1972-04-20 De Havilland DH.104 Dove accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1972-04-20 involved a De Havilland DH.104 Dove, registration N50S, operated by Trans Island Airways - Bahamas, at Rock Sound, Bahamas.

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