Bahamas Suspends Flamingo Air AOC After Dual Safety Incidents

The Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas temporarily suspended Flamingo Air’s Air Operator Certificate following a fatal Cessna 402 crash in North Andros that killed all 10 occupants and a separate fire incident involving another Flamingo aircraft earlier the same day. The crash occurred on 10 July 2026 during the approach to San Andros Airport, with the Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority leading the cause determination while CAAB classifies the suspension as a precautionary safety measure rather than an adverse compliance action. All Flamingo Air operations remain grounded indefinitely with no restart date announced, disrupting domestic connectivity to San Andros and Mayaguana as investigators examine operational safety standards after two incidents within hours.