Accident Sequence
Shortly after takeoff from runway 05 at Southend Airport, while the aircraft was in its initial climb, the twin-engine airplane rolled to the left. It then entered an uncontrolled descent. The airplane crashed in a grassy area adjacent to the runway and burst into flames. The aircraft was engulfed in fire following the impact.
Flight Background
The airplane was returning to its base in Lelystad, Netherlands. It had completed an ambulance flight from Athens, Greece, to Southend, with an intermediate stop in Pula, Croatia. The aircraft was a twin-engine model used for medical transport.
Occupants and Fatalities
On board were four individuals: two pilots, one doctor, and one nurse. According to the source, all four occupants were killed.