What happened
A mission involving a liaison flight originated in Bückeburg, Lower Saxony, with the intended destination being England. During the approach toward the English coastline, the aircraft experienced a loss of power due to an engine failure. This mechanical issue necessitated an emergency procedure, leading the crew to ditch the aircraft type in the sea approximately ten miles northeast of Margate, Kent.
Following the impact with the water, both members of the crew were successfully rescued from the scene. However, the aircraft subsequently sank into the sea and is currently considered lost.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the primary reason for the emergency landing was an engine failure occurring during the approach phase of the flight.