What happened
Following its departure from Bloemfontein, the aircraft experienced mechanical difficulties related to its engine. As the engine problems developed, the plane was unable to maintain its altitude and began to lose height. The descent concluded with a crash landing in the Bloemspruit area, located south of the departure airport.
Findings
- The aircraft was unable to sustain flight due to engine problems.
- The incident resulted in zero fatalities as both pilots were successfully rescued from the wreckage.
- The aircraft sustained damage so severe that it was declared a total loss.