What happened
During the flight, the aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving one of its engines. This loss of power necessitated an immediate emergency descent and landing procedure by the crew.
The aircraft subsequently performed a belly landing within a desert landscape situated approximately 8 miles northwest of El Paso. Despite the impact associated with landing without landing gear, the aircraft came to a complete stop without further incident.
There were no fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants following the emergency touchdown.
Findings
- The primary factor leading to the emergency was an engine failure during the flight phase.