What happened
During a scheduled local training mission, the crew departed from Wiesbaden-Erbenheim Air Base. While performing the flight, the aircraft encountered an unexpected technical issue. This malfunction necessitated an immediate change in flight plans, forcing the crew to abandon the intended approach to the runway.
In an effort to manage the situation, the crew attempted an emergency landing in a nearby cornfield. The aircraft came to rest approximately 200 metres before reaching the runway threshold. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.
Findings
- The primary reason for the diversion was a technical problem encountered during the flight.
- The landing occurred in a field located short of the active runway.
- The incident resulted in two injuries to the crew members, both of which were classified as slight.