Incident Summary
A twin-engine aircraft operating a military survey flight from Arbil Airport experienced an in-flight emergency that resulted in a forced landing in a field. The aircraft, carrying two pilots and two passengers, was cruising at an altitude of 20,000 feet when the left engine failed and smoke filled the cabin.
Sequence of Events
According to the investigation, after the left engine failed, smoke spread throughout the cabin. In a state of confusion and disorientation, the crew inadvertently shut down the right engine as well. During the subsequent descent, the crew managed to open the outflow valve, which cleared the smoke from the cabin. The crew then realized they could not reach Arbil Airport and decided to attempt an emergency landing.
Emergency Landing and Aftermath
The crew selected a field in the area of Kawrgosk, approximately 17 kilometers northwest of Arbil Airport, for the emergency landing. The aircraft touched down and slid on its belly for several dozen meters before coming to rest. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. All four occupants evacuated the aircraft safely, with no injuries reported.