On June 30, 1995, a Rockwell Turbo Commander 680/681 (registration N70RF) operated by EM Travel & Sales was involved in an aviation accident near Nassau, Bahamas during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the left engine in flight for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
While en route from Miami to Puerto Plata, a left engine failure led to a diversion to Nassau. On final approach, the aircraft struck a fence and crashed short of the runway. All four occupants were rescued; the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Incident Overview
An aircraft experienced a left engine failure while cruising at 13,000 feet on a flight from Miami to Puerto Plata. The pilot informed air traffic control of the situation and received clearance to divert to Nassau.
Sequence of Events
During the diversion, the aircraft proceeded to Nassau Airport. On final approach, the aircraft struck a fence and crashed approximately 300 metres short of the runway threshold. The impact occurred on airport property.
Rescue and Damage
All four occupants were successfully rescued. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair as a result of the crash and subsequent impact with the ground.
Probable Cause
The official investigation identified the probable cause as the failure of the left engine in flight for unknown reasons.
