Incident
Shortly after departing from Güvercinlik Air Force Base, the aircraft began climbing in adverse weather conditions. The crew reported engine malfunctions and strong vibrations to air traffic control. They received clearance to divert to Ankara-Esenboğa Airport. However, during the diversion, the aircraft lost altitude and crashed onto the parking lot of a post office in the Yenimahalle district of Ankara. The impact caused the aircraft to disintegrate.
Occupants
The aircraft carried five individuals. The pilots were Yaşar Erian and Yüzbaşı Tuğrul Sezginler. The passengers included General Eşref Turgut Bitlis, Chief of the Turkish Police; Colonel Fahir Işık; and Sergeant-Major Emin Öner. All five occupants died in the crash, along with one person on the ground.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, meteorological conditions were poor. Snowfall reduced visibility to 1,500 meters. The outside air temperature was -4°C.