Aircraft crash near Bursa-Yenisehir Airport during go-around

1 fatality • Bursa, Turkey • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside near Bursa-Yenisehir Airport following a failed approach in poor visibility, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

During an approach to Bursa-Yenisehir Airport, the pilot attempted to land the twin engine aircraft amidst challenging weather conditions. Because of significantly reduced visibility, the pilot could not visually identify the runway lights or the approach path. In response to these conditions, a go-around maneuver was initiated.

While the aircraft was performing a circuit pattern, it collided with the summit of a hill situated in the vicinity of the airport. The impact caused the aircraft to crash. The accident resulted in one fatality and four injuries among the occupants of the plane.

Findings

  • The primary factor contributing to the accident was low visibility which prevented the pilot from maintaining visual contact with the necessary approach aids and runway lighting.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain during a missed approach maneuver caused by an inability to maintain visual references in poor weather.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-03-21 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Bursa, Turkey?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside near Bursa-Yenisehir Airport following a failed approach in poor visibility, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-03-21 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-03-21 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration TC-LMK, operated by Menekse Air, at Bursa, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain during a missed approach maneuver caused by an inability to maintain visual references in poor weather.

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