Incident
Shortly after takeoff from Nassau-Oakes Field Airport, while climbing, the right engine of the aircraft caught fire. The crew notified air traffic control about the situation and received permission to return for an emergency landing.
Emergency Response
For unknown reasons, the crew was unable to extinguish the fire. The approach was initiated with the right engine still ablaze. During the final approach, smoke began to spread into the cockpit.
Landing and Runway Excursion
Following touchdown on runway 27, the right engine detached from the aircraft. The detached engine struck the right main landing gear, shearing it off. The aircraft then went out of control, veering off the runway. It came to rest in flames approximately 300 meters beyond the runway.
Outcome
There were no injuries reported. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and was written off. The exact cause of the right engine fire remains undetermined.