GCCA probing aircraft freak accident in Reg. 9, pilot suspended

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GCCA probing aircraft freak accident in Reg. 9, pilot suspended

Nov 08, 2025 News

(Kaieteur News) – The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) said Friday that it has commenced an investigation into the incident involving an Air Services Limited Cessna 208 Grand Caravan, registered as 8R-THR which mistakenly landed near a school in Karaudarnau Village, Region Nine on Thursday.

GCCA probing aircraft freak accident in Reg. 9, pilot suspended

The Air Services aircraft which mistakenly landed near a school in Karaudarnau Village, Region Nine on Thursday.

In a statement, GCCA stated the incident occurred near the Lumidpau Primary School, where the pilot landed the aircraft in a non-designated area and subsequently took off from the said area.

Videos of the incident seen by this publication showed the aircraft using the road leading to the school to take off, partially damaging the school’s fence in the process.

“The aircraft has been grounded, and the pilot has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. Air Services Limited has been notified that an investigation has been initiated,” the civil authority said.

GCCA added that it is committed to ensuring thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the incident to uphold the highest standards of aviation safety.

Following the incident, the Karaudarnau Village Council in a brief statement said, “Today’s unexpected landing on the Karaudarnau road highlights a serious issue. Our airstrip is clearly visible from the air, yet this incident nearly resulted in disaster. The air service involved already reached out to us, and this matter is being investigated. We will be sharing videos and photos of the airstrip to emphasise the need for upgrading and making more visible markers. Also, the need for communication and adherence to safety regulations is important.”

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One thought on “GCCA probing aircraft freak accident in Reg. 9, pilot suspended”

kaie November 8, 2025 at 7:46 pm

Pilot first day on de job.

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