What happened
During a local skydiving operation, an aircraft experienced a critical loss of power shortly after departing the runway. While the aircraft was ascending to an altitude of approximately 30 metres, the engine ceased functioning properly.
In response to the power loss, the pilot initiated an emergency descent to attempt a controlled landing. However, the aircraft struck the ground and subsequently caught fire upon impact. The accident resulted in one fatality among the passengers and five injuries in total, including the pilot and four skydivers.
Findings
- The primary factor in the accident was a sudden engine failure during the initial climb phase.