Casualties unknown

Runway Excursion Involving Cessna 402C N55LP at Exuma International Airport

BS

On August 20, 2019, an aircraft (registration N55LP) was involved in an aviation accident near BS. This summary draws on records from the Air Accident Investigation Department of the Bahamas (AAID).

Sourcesthe Air Accident Investigation Department of the Bahamas (AAID)Primary reportUpdated 2026-09-13Data APIEditorial standards

On 11 March 2018, Cessna 402C N55LP experienced a runway excursion at Exuma International Airport after landing, with limited braking and both main gear tires deflating. No injuries reported.

Occurrence

On 11 March 2018 at approximately 2:50 PM local time, a Cessna 402C aircraft, registration N55LP, was involved in a runway excursion at Exuma International Airport (MYEF), Bahamas. The aircraft had departed Pitts Town, Crooked Island (MYCP), Bahamas with one person on board.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that after landing and during roll-out, limited braking action was observed when brakes were applied. The aircraft became disabled on the runway with both main gear tires flat. There were no injuries reported.

Weather and Investigation

The weather at the time was visual meteorological conditions and was not a factor in the accident. A limited scope investigation was conducted by the Air Accident Investigation Department (AAID). No safety messages or recommendations were issued.

Aircraft Details

The aircraft was a 1980 Cessna 402C, serial number 402C0401, equipped with two Continental TSIO-520 engines. The operation was private. No damage was sustained.

Conclusion

The occurrence bulletin provides factual details of the runway excursion. No probable cause was determined by the investigation.