What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Barrackpore Airfield, the aircraft suffered a simultaneous loss of power in both engines. As the plane lost propulsion, the pilot attempted to maneuver the aircraft away from nearby residential structures to avoid populated areas.
Despite these efforts, the aircraft eventually entered a stall. The subsequent impact occurred in an open field situated a few kilometers from the airfield. The accident resulted in one fatality, specifically the captain, and three serious injuries sustained by the crew members on board.
Findings
- Both engines experienced a loss of power at the same time during the climb.
- The pilot managed to steer the aircraft toward a field to avoid houses, but could not prevent the stall.