Occurrence
On 2 April 2019 at approximately 1:45 p.m. local time, a Cirrus SR22 aircraft, registration N802CS, was involved in a runway excursion upon landing at Great Harbor Airport (MYBG) in the Berry Islands, Bahamas. The aircraft had departed from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) with one person on board. No injuries were reported.
The pilot stated that during the landing roll, a blowout of the left main tire occurred, which resulted in a loss of directional control and caused the aircraft to deviate from the runway surface. The weather at the time was visual meteorological conditions and was not considered a factor in the incident.
Aircraft Details
The aircraft involved was a Cirrus SR22, manufactured in 2006 with serial number 1935. It was powered by a single Continental Motor IO-550-N engine. The flight was conducted under private, general aviation operations. The aircraft sustained minor damage as a result of the runway excursion.
Investigation
The Air Accident Investigation Department (AAID) conducted a limited scope field investigation into the occurrence. No safety messages or recommendations were issued. The investigation determined that the left main tire blowout led to the loss of directional control and subsequent runway excursion.