What happened
During a flight, the aircraft experienced a critical mechanical issue involving its powerplant. The malfunction rendered the plane uncontrollable or unsafe to continue flying, prompting the flight deck personnel to initiate emergency procedures. Recognizing that they could not maintain control or land safely, the crew decided to abandon the airframe. All four individuals on board ejected from the aircraft using their escape systems. After the occupants had cleared the fuselage, the damaged machine descended rapidly and impacted the terrain.
Findings
The official investigation identified the root cause of the incident as a failure of the engine system. This mechanical breakdown was the primary factor that led to the loss of control and the subsequent crash. Despite the severity of the accident, all four crew members survived the event without sustaining any injuries.