Incident Overview
Date: Monday 31 March 2003
Aircraft Type: Antonov An-24RV
Owner/operator: Cubana de Aviaci¢n
Registration Number: CU-T1294
Location: Key West International Airport, FL (EYW) –
ÿ United States of America
Phase of Flight: Unknown
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 46
Component Affected: The entire Antonov aircraft, including its cargo and passenger compartments.The entire Antonov aircraft, including its cargo and passenger compartments.
Category: Unlawful Interference
An Antonov aircraft was hijacked by an individual carrying two grenades. The aircraft landed in Havana and was refueled before departing for Key West.An Antonov aircraft was hijacked by an individual carrying two grenades. The aircraft landed in Havana and was refueled before departing for Key West.
Description
The Antonov was hijacked by a man who was believed to be carrying two grenades. The airplane landed at Havana were it was refueled. About 11:00, after the release of at least 26 passengers the aircraft departed for Key West.
Primary Cause
The presence of two grenades suggests a potential act of terrorism or a deliberate attempt to disrupt the flight.The presence of two grenades suggests a potential act of terrorism or a deliberate attempt to disrupt the flight.Share on:
