A Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) De Havilland Canada DHC-6-300 Twin Otter seaplane (8Q-TAL) experienced a float-related incident at Velana International Airport on 11 November 2026, at approximately 2:25 p.m.
With assistance, the aircraft was safely brought back and docked alongside a fixed platform. All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated, TMA confirmed.
The airline has launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
