What happened
During a routine local training mission operating out of Berlin-Schönefeld Airport, the flight crew encountered unexpected technical issues while airborne. These complications necessitated an immediate emergency descent to attempt a landing.
As the crew attempted to manage the situation, the aircraft type (unspecified) underwent a crash landing. Following the impact, the airframe caught fire and remained burning at the site of the accident. Despite the severity of the impact and the resulting flames, all three crew members were able to evacuate the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.
Findings
- The incident was triggered by unidentified technical problems occurring during the flight phase.
- The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss (beyond repair).