What happened
The incident occurred during the landing phase at RAF West Freugh. Upon touchdown, the aircraft's undercarriage collapsed, leading to significant structural damage. The impact rendered the airplane damaged beyond repair, effectively writing off the airframe. Despite the severity of the crash, both members of the crew managed to escape the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.
Findings
Investigations into the event identified a specific mechanical interference as the root cause. It was determined that the pilot's parachute became entangled with the control column. This fouling prevented proper operation of the aircraft controls during the critical landing sequence, directly contributing to the undercarriage failure and subsequent crash.