What happened
During a local training mission operating out of Farnborough, an aircraft experienced significant mechanical difficulties immediately following departure. While climbing, the crew encountered complications regarding the undercarriage. Due to these technical issues, the plane was unable to achieve the necessary altitude to clear surrounding obstacles.
As the flight progressed, the aircraft made contact with treetops and subsequently crashed within a wooded region. The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both members of the crew perished in the impact.
Findings
- The primary factor in the crash was technical problems with the undercarriage which prevented the aircraft from maintaining sufficient height during the initial climb phase.