Pacific Missionary Aviation
Safety Score
10/10Total Incidents
2
Total Fatalities
0
Recent Incidents
Beechcraft D18
En route from Woleai Atoll to Yap Island, the pilot encountered marginal weather conditions and became lost. In adverse winds aloft (winds gusting up to 30 knots), both engines failed due to fuel exhaustion. The pilot attempted an emergency landing about 80 km east of Yap Island. All seven occupants were quickly rescued while the aircraft sank and was lost.
Dornier DO.28A/B
On final approach to Gabert Island Airport, the twin engine airplane encountered severe turbulences, lost height and crashed in a wooded area. Both wings were partially torn off and the aircraft was destroyed. All four occupants were injured.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
Federated States of Micronesia
Risk Level
Low Risk