Disappearance of cargo flight from Bimini Airport

2 fatalities • Bahamas, Bahamas • Flight

A cargo aircraft traveling from Miami to Aruba disappeared over Andros Island during its flight from Bimini.

What happened

A cargo transport mission was underway from Miami, Florida, destined for Oranjestad, Aruba. The flight plan included scheduled stops at Bimini Airport and Matthew Town on Great Inagua Island. On board the aircraft type were two crew members and a payload consisting of various goods, including frozen poultry products, eggs, and aviation components.

Shortly after departing from Bimini Airport, the aircraft reached its cruising altitude. During this phase of flight, the crew communicated their current position to Air Traffic Control, noting they were located directly above Andros Island. Shortly after this transmission, all communication with the aircraft ceased.

Following the loss of contact, search and rescue operations were initiated to locate the missing plane and its occupants. Despite these efforts, no wreckage or debris was recovered. The search efforts were officially terminated several days later after the two fatalities (the crew) and the aircraft could not be located.

Findings

Because no physical evidence of the crash site was ever recovered, investigators were unable to reach a definitive conclusion regarding the accident. The disappearance remains unexplained due to the lack of wreckage or debris.

Probable cause

The cause of the disappearance could not be determined because no trace of the aircraft or crew was found.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1966-04-05 North American B-25 Mitchell accident near Bahamas, Bahamas?

A cargo aircraft traveling from Miami to Aruba disappeared over Andros Island during its flight from Bimini.

Were there any fatalities in the 1966-04-05 North American B-25 Mitchell accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1966-04-05 involved a North American B-25 Mitchell, registration N92877, operated by Kimex, at Bahamas, Bahamas.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the disappearance could not be determined because no trace of the aircraft or crew was found.

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