Belly landing of twin-engine aircraft at Halle-Oppin Airport

No fatalities • Halle-Oppin, Germany • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft experienced a belly landing during a local test flight at Halle-Oppin Airport, resulting in no injuries but significant aircraft damage.

What happened

During a scheduled local test flight at Halle-Oppin Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced an unexpected landing sequence. The aircraft performed a belly landing on the airfield, coming to a complete stop after the impact.

There were three people on board the aircraft at the time of the incident. All occupants successfully evacuated the plane and were reported to have escaped the event uninjured.

Findings

While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, the specific reasons for the landing gear failure or the decision to land without gear remain undetermined. The exact circumstances leading to the belly landing have not yet been established.

Probable cause

The cause of the belly landing remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-08-02 Beechcraft 60 Duke accident near Halle-Oppin, Germany?

A twin-engine aircraft experienced a belly landing during a local test flight at Halle-Oppin Airport, resulting in no injuries but significant aircraft damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-08-02 Beechcraft 60 Duke accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-08-02 involved a Beechcraft 60 Duke, registration D-IMEI, operated by HEDA KG, at Halle-Oppin, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the belly landing remains unknown.

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