Crash of a Britten-Norman BN-2A-8 Islander off Union Island: 2 killed
Date & Time:
Jul 12, 1990
Registration:
J6-SLW
Survivors:
No
Schedule:
Castries - Union Island
MSN:
6
YOM:
1967
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
2
Circumstances:
While approaching Union Island on a flight from Castries-Vigie Airport, the twin engine aircraft stalled and crashed in the sea. Both occupants were killed.
Probable cause:
It is believed the aircraft stalled on approach because its speed was too low.
