Dual engine failure during flight to Bergerac

No fatalities • Sainte-Radegonde, France • Flight

A training flight involving a twin-engine aircraft experienced total engine failure at 2,000 feet, resulting in an emergency landing in a vineyard.

What happened

A training mission originated from Sarlat-Domme Airport, heading toward the Bordeaux region. After performing a precision approach and a subsequent go-around at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, the pilot transitioned from IFR to VFR flight rules to reach Bordeaux-Léognan-Saucats Aerodrome. Following the arrival, one passenger exited the aircraft while the engines remained operational. Shortly after, the aircraft departed again for a planned refueling stop in Bergerac.

While cruising at an altitude of 2,000 feet, approximately ten minutes into the flight, the aircraft suffered a simultaneous failure of both engines. In response to the loss of power, the pilot descended and extended the landing gear to attempt an emergency touchdown in a vineyard. During the impact, the undercarriage was ripped from the airframe, and the aircraft slid several dozen meters before stopping. The two occupants managed to exit the wreckage without injuries, though the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

The primary factor in the accident was the total loss of power from both engines during the cruise phase of the flight.

Probable cause

The simultaneous failure of both engines during the cruise phase led to the emergency landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-03-29 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Sainte-Radegonde, France?

A training flight involving a twin-engine aircraft experienced total engine failure at 2,000 feet, resulting in an emergency landing in a vineyard.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-03-29 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-03-29 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration N90KH, operated by Aircraft Guaranty Owner Trustee (AG Corp), at Sainte-Radegonde, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The simultaneous failure of both engines during the cruise phase led to the emergency landing.

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