Casualties unknown

Incident involving Cessna 402C N402ZK at Exuma International Airport

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On 2017, an aircraft (registration N402ZK) was involved in an aviation accident near (show map), BS. This summary draws on records from the Air Accident Investigation Department of the Bahamas (AAID).

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On 1 March 2017, a Cessna 402C (N402ZK) experienced a gear-up landing at Exuma International Airport after the pilot reported a complete electrical failure followed by a hydraulic system malfunction. No injuries were reported.

Incident Overview

On 1 March 2017 at approximately 10:15 Eastern Standard Time (1515 UTC), a Cessna 402C aircraft, registered as N402ZK, was involved in an incident at Exuma International Airport in the Bahamas. The occurrence was classified as a gear-up landing.

Aircraft and Circumstances

The aircraft, a Cessna 402C with serial number 402C0028, was operating under general aviation rules. According to the pilot, prior to landing, a complete electrical failure occurred, followed by a malfunction of the hydraulic system. As a result, the pilot was unable to extend the landing gear.

Landing and Outcome

A gear-up landing was performed. The aircraft sustained damage, though the extent of that damage has not been determined. There were no injuries resulting from the incident. The Bahamas Air Accident Investigation Department (AAID) investigated and has closed the case.