Aircraft crash near Georgetown-Timehri Airport

2 fatalities • Georgetown-Cheddi Jagan (ex Timehri, ex Atkinson Field), Guyana • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing Georgetown-Timehri Airport, resulting in the deaths of both people on board.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Georgetown-Timehri Airport, a twin-engine aircraft entered an uncontrollable descent. The incident occurred during the climb phase while the flight was operating in adverse weather conditions. The aircraft eventually impacted the ground approximately 15 km south of the airport.

All wreckage was destroyed upon impact. There were two fatalities recorded, as both occupants of the aircraft perished in the accident.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The flight lost control during the initial climb following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during its climb through poor weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-01-05 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Georgetown-Cheddi Jagan (ex Timehri, ex Atkinson Field), Guyana?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing Georgetown-Timehri Airport, resulting in the deaths of both people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-01-05 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-01-05 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration 9Y-PIA, operated by Nealco Air Services, at Georgetown-Cheddi Jagan (ex Timehri, ex Atkinson Field), Guyana.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during its climb through poor weather conditions.

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