2 fatalities

Training Aircraft Crash at Up Park Camp Airbase (JDFT-6)

Kingston-Up Park Camp AFP, JamaicaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 17, 1978, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration JDFT-6) operated by Jamaica Defence Force was involved in an aviation accident near Kingston-Up Park Camp AFP, Jamaica during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A training aircraft crashed in flames on a cricket pitch near Up Park Camp Airbase in Kingston during a simulated engine failure approach, killing both pilots.

Incident Overview and Location The accident occurred at Up Park Camp Airbase in Kingston while the crew was conducting a local training mission. The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or specific date of the event. ## Sequence of Events After completing two successful landings, the crew began a third approach with the left engine intentionally shut down to simulate an engine failure. During the final approach, the aircraft banked to the left and subsequently lost altitude. ## Outcome The airplane crashed in flames onto a cricket pitch located close to the airfield. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact, and both pilots on board were killed.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 May 1978 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Kingston-Up Park Camp AFP, Jamaica?

A training aircraft crashed in flames on a cricket pitch near Up Park Camp Airbase in Kingston during a simulated engine failure approach, killing both pilots.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 May 1978 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 May 1978 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration JDFT-6, operated by Jamaica Defence Force, at Kingston-Up Park Camp AFP, Jamaica.