What happened
Shortly after departing from Alice Town in the Bimini islands, a four-engine airplane experienced a sudden loss of altitude. The aircraft descended into the sea during its initial climb phase following takeoff.
There were four fatalities recorded as a result of the impact, with no survivors among the crew members on board. At the time of the accident, there were allegations that the flight was being used for the purpose of drug smuggling, though these claims remain part of the surrounding circumstances.
Findings
Investigators were unable to establish a definitive reason for the crash. However, preliminary assessments suggested that an engine failure may have been a contributing factor to the loss of altitude and subsequent impact with the water.