AAIB investigation to Britten-Norman BN2A-26 Islander, VP-MON - Special Bulletin S4/2012

Investigation update on accident that occurred on 7 October 2012, at V C Bird International Airport, Antigua (TAPA)

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 16 December 2014

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Special bulletin
• Date of occurrence: 7 October 2012
• Aircraft type: Britten-Norman BN2A-26 Islander
• Location: V C Bird International Airport, Antigua (TAPA)
• Registration: VP-MON

Summary:

The aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff. Water was present in the fuel system feeding the right-hand engine, which was not producing power at impact.

This Special Bulletin, issued by the AAIB, contains information on the progress of the investigation and focuses on the fuel suction filter assemblies. One Safety Recommendation is made.

The investigation continues.

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Special Bulletin S4-2013 - BN2A-26 Islander VP-MON 08-13

Published 16 December 2014