27th August 2025 – In order to solidify its commitment to provide quality training opportunities for its staff, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) of The Bahamas has formally executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), the global leader in aviation education.

 

This MoU will aid in ensuring that the AAIA continues to meet its training obligations in accordance with the Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) of Annex 13 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation).

 

The key points of the MoU are as follows:

• Identification of Embry-Riddle as preferred training partner of choice for the AAIA

• AAIA provision of internship opportunities to Bahamian students enrolled at Embry-Riddle

• AAIA use of Embry-Riddle facilities for its training and investigative related initiatives

March 25 2026 - The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is currently investigating reports of an accident that occurred at the Mayaguana Airport.

Preliminary reports indicate that a Piper PA-46 aircraft with United States registration N46MB was enroute to the Exuma International Airport, Exuma, Bahamas from Puerto Rico with two (2) persons on board, when the pilot in command contacted air traffic control to advise of engine problems.

 

Subsequently, the pilot diverted to the Mayaguana Airport and upon landing at Mayaguana, the aircraft exited the runway coming to rest in bushes a short distance away from the runway threshold. The AAIA has been advised that both occupants are receiving medical attention. The extent of any injuries is not known at this time.

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March 19 2026 - The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is presently investigating an incident that occurred at the Governor’s Harbour Airport, Eleuthera, Bahamas involving a Beech 1900 aircraft with Bahamas registration C6-KRC operated by Pineapple Air.

 

Initial reports indicate that the aircraft experienced issues with its landing gear which resulted in the aircraft becoming disabled on the runway after touchdown. There were 19 persons on board and no injuries have been reported. The AAIA is actively investigating this matter and is coordinating with its partner agencies including the Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas (CAA-B) and the Airport Authority.

 July 10 2026 - The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is presently investigating an occurrence that took place at the Lynden Pindling International Airport, Nassau, Bahamas involving Beechcraft 99 Airliner with Bahamian registration C6-OFM.

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Reports received indicated that the aircraft departed Lynden Pindling International Airport (MYNN), shortly after 11:00 am en route to Mayaguana Airport (MYMM), Mayaguana, Bahamas with fourteen (14) persons on board. As a precaution, the pilot in command elected to return to MYNN. Shortly after landing, the No. 1 engine became engulfed in flames. Airport Fire and Rescue Services responded promptly and extinguished the fire. All fourteen (14) occupants safely evacuated the aircraft, and there were no injuries reported. Investigations into this matter are ongoing.

July 10 2026 - The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is presently investigating an accident that occurred shortly after 1:00 p.m. involving a Cessna 402 aircraft, Bahamas registration C6-FLX.

 

Preliminary information received indicates that the aircraft departed Lynden Pindling International Airport, Nassau, en route to San Andros Airport with ten (10) persons on board. Reports indicate that the aircraft encountered difficulties and crashed in bushes prior to landing.

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It is with profound sadness that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority confirms that all ten (10) persons on board have been fatally injured. The AAIA extends its deepest condolences to the families, loved ones, and all those affected by this tragic occurrence. Our investigation into this matter are ongoing.