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

November 1 2026 – The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is investigating an aircraft accident involving a Piper PA-32 aircraft, Bahamas registration C6-PAT, which was reported missing while en route from Exuma to Nassau, Bahamas.

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Preliminary information indicates that the aircraft, with one (1) person on board, lost radar contact with Nassau Air Traffic Control on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Subsequent search efforts resulted in the recovery of aircraft components and documentation believed to be associated with the missing aircraft. Human remains were later discovered during the ongoing search operation.

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The AAIA has initiated a safety investigation into the circumstances surrounding the occurrence. 

September 7, 2026 – The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) is investigating a fatal aircraft accident involving a Piper Seneca II PA-34-200T aircraft, United States registration N212ML, which occurred in waters off North Andros, The Bahamas.

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Preliminary information indicates that the aircraft departed Great Harbour Cay, Berry Islands, en route to Florida with four (4) persons on board. During the flight, contact with the aircraft was lost in the vicinity of North Andros.

Search and recovery efforts resulted in the recovery of all four (4) occupants, who sustained fatal injuries. Aircraft components and other items believed to be associated with the aircraft were subsequently recovered from a debris field north of Andros.

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The AAIA is conducting a safety investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident, and a Preliminary Report was published on October 6, 2026.

 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.