What happened
During a series of training maneuvers involving single-engine approaches and landings, the crew was operating at RNZAG Whenuapai. While performing an approach, the aircraft's second engine ceased functioning. This loss of power led to an aerodynamic stall, causing the plane to descend into the waters of the bay near Hobsonville.
Despite the impact, all three crew members were successfully evacuated from the wreckage without injury. The aircraft type was lost in the accident, as it sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
Investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor leading to the crash was an engine failure during the approach phase.