Panamanian authorities have launched an investigation into an incident where a small aircraft, model BE33 with registration HP33, made an emergency landing on the Amador Causeway Thursday morning. This prompted an immediate response from the Fire Department, 911 personnel, and units of the National Police.
The Civil Aviation Authority (AAC) confirmed that four people were on board the aircraft. Of this group, two were pilots who suffered minor injuries. Both are out of danger and were treated by paramedics before being transported for further medical evaluation. The other two occupants are also receiving medical attention, with no reports of serious injuries.
The forced landing also caused a fuel spill, leading firefighters to cordon off the area and apply absorbent material to mitigate the risk of ignition. Traffic on Amador Causeway remains partially diverted as mitigation and control efforts continue.
Witnesses reported that the aircraft was flying at a very low altitude before touching down, a maneuver they say prevented a more catastrophic impact.
The AAC stated that following the accident report, it activated its emergency protocols and coordinated the response with security agencies. Technical personnel from the authority are at the scene conducting preliminary checks and gathering data to determine what forced the aircraft to descend abruptly.
The institution has announced it will open an official investigation in accordance with national and international operational safety standards to clarify the causes of the incident.
Authorities remain at the scene as inspections are completed and security is restored in the area.
