What happened
During the takeoff phase at Covilhã Airport, an aircraft experienced a mechanical issue shortly after rotation. While performing the initial climb, one of the engines ceased functioning properly. In response to the loss of power, the pilot initiated an emergency procedure to divert the flight from its intended path.
The crew directed the plane toward an open field to perform a controlled crash landing. Upon impact with the ground, the aircraft came to a complete stop. Although the incident resulted in significant damage to the airframe, there were zero fatalities and all individuals on board were evacuated from the wreckage without injury.
Findings
Investigations into the incident suggest that the loss of engine power was triggered by an external factor. The primary cause of the engine failure is attributed to a bird strike occurring just after the aircraft left the runway.