Incident Overview
A single-engine aircraft (type unspecified) suffered engine problems shortly after departing from Dubai-Skydive Campus Airfield. The pilot was climbing to an altitude of 2,500 feet when the issue arose.
Sequence of Events
Following the engine malfunction, the pilot decided to return to the departure airport. However, circumstances forced an emergency landing in a desert area near the airfield. The aircraft crash-landed and came to rest, subsequently bursting into flames.
Outcome
All 15 persons on board evacuated the aircraft without injury. The aircraft was destroyed by fire that broke out after the crash. No other details about the aircraft, operator, or specific date were disclosed.