What happened
During a mission focused on aerial firefighting operations, the crew of an aircraft encountered unexpected technical malfunctions while flying over the Peloponnese area. In response to these mechanical issues, the pilot initiated an emergency descent to reach the ground safely.
While attempting to land, the aircraft struck hilly terrain, resulting in a crash landing. Despite the impact, both pilots were able to exit the wreckage and escaped the incident without any injuries. The aircraft sustained significant damage during the impact and was subsequently declared a total loss.
Findings
- The incident was precipitated by technical problems encountered during the flight.
- The aircraft was operating in a hilly region of the Peloponnese at the time of the crash.
- There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported among the crew.