Accident Overview
On August 14, 2009, at 1805 coordinated universal time, a Beechcraft 99, registered F-BTME, was destroyed when it impacted a building during a go-around near Évora, Portugal. A post-impact fire ensued. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The pilot and one passenger were fatally injured. The flight originated from Évora.
Event Details
According to the Portuguese government, the accident airplane was conducting skydiving operations when the left engine experienced a loss of engine power. The airplane returned uneventfully to the airport; however, during the approach, the pilot elected to perform a go-around. During the go-around, the airplane turned to the left and collided with a building.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Portuguese government. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the Portuguese government. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from:
Gabinete de Prevenção e Investigação de Acidentes com Aeronaves Praça Duque de Saldanha, 31 - 4 1050-094 LISBOA