Accident Overview
An instructional flight in a twin-engine airplane ended with the aircraft impacting trees short of the runway after the right engine lost power. The accident occurred while the airplane was in the traffic pattern following an initial takeoff.
Sequence of Events
The flight began with a private pilot receiving instruction at the controls. After takeoff, the airplane remained in the traffic pattern. During the turn to the base leg, the airplane suddenly began losing altitude. The flight instructor then assumed control of the aircraft. The instructor added full power, feathered the right engine, and retracted the flaps in response to the situation. Despite these actions, the airplane was unable to reach the runway and struck trees short of the landing area.
Comments from Operator
According to the operator, monitoring of the engine gauges might have prevented the accident by alerting the pilots to the loss of engine power at an earlier stage. The operator did not provide further details on the specific gauge readings or pilot actions.
Investigation
The reason for the loss of right engine power has not been determined. The investigation is ongoing, with no definitive findings regarding the mechanical or operational cause of the power loss.