On December 15, 1992, a Grumman G-21A Goose (registration N3116T) operated by Provo Air Charter was involved in an aviation accident near Turks and Caicos Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck a reef following its landing in the Turks and Caicos Islands. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A seaplane sank in deep water after striking a reef following a landing in the western region of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
What happened
During an operation in the western portion of the Turks and Caicos Islands, a seaplane was involved in a waterborne accident. After completing a landing maneuver, the aircraft struck a submerged reef. The impact caused the vessel to sink into deep water.
Despite the sinking of the aircraft, all four occupants on board were successfully recovered from the scene. There were no reported fatalities or injuries during the rescue operation.
Findings
The aircraft collided with a reef during the post-landing phase.
The impact resulted in the aircraft sinking in deep water.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck a reef following its landing in the Turks and Caicos Islands.