Aircraft accident at Mona Island Airstrip

No fatalities • Mona Island, Puerto Rico • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a crash during the landing phase at the Mona Island Airstrip.

What happened

On the date of the incident, an aircraft was performing an approach to the Mona Island Airstrip. During the final stages of the flight, while attempting to land, the aircraft impacted the ground, resulting in a crash. The impact caused extensive damage to the airframe, rendering the aircraft a total loss.

Despite the severity of the accident, the pilot was successfully retrieved from the wreckage by rescue personnel. There were no other occupants reported on board during the sequence of events.

Findings

The investigation into the event confirmed that the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. The primary factor in the loss of the airframe was the impact occurring during the landing phase at the airstrip.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed during its landing attempt at the Mona Island Airstrip.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-03-21 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Mona Island, Puerto Rico?

An aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a crash during the landing phase at the Mona Island Airstrip.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-03-21 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-03-21 involved a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, registration 52-6081, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Mona Island, Puerto Rico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed during its landing attempt at the Mona Island Airstrip.

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