Engine failure during takeoff at Valdepeñas Airport

No fatalities • Valdepeñas, Spain • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft experienced a dual engine power loss during its initial climb from Valdepeñas Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.

What happened

During an ascent from runway 08 at Valdepeñas Airport, the aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines. This failure occurred while the plane was in the initial climb phase of flight. In response to the loss of propulsion, the pilot attempted to perform an emergency landing.

During the maneuver, the aircraft impacted an open field situated approximately 3 km from the airport perimeter. While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no injuries reported among the two occupants. Both the pilot and the passenger successfully exited the wreckage without harm.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the simultaneous loss of power in both engines during the takeoff climb.

Probable cause

The aircraft suffered a dual engine power failure during the initial climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1999-01-09 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident near Valdepeñas, Spain?

An aircraft experienced a dual engine power loss during its initial climb from Valdepeñas Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.

Were there any fatalities in the 1999-01-09 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1999-01-09 involved a Beechcraft 80 Queen Air, registration EC-EZN, operated by Private Spain, at Valdepeñas, Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft suffered a dual engine power failure during the initial climb phase.

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