What happened
While operating a flight from Budapest to Prague, the crew encountered severe icing conditions that led to operational difficulties. In response to the deteriorating situation, the captain initiated a descent to a lower altitude and prepared for an emergency landing in the vicinity of Bratroňov, located south of Pardubice.
The aircraft performed a belly landing within a field covered in snow. During the sequence, the plane slid for several dozen yards before coming to a complete stop. The impact resulted in the left engine being sheared off from the airframe. Despite the severity of the landing, there were no injuries among the 19 occupants on board.
Findings
- The flight crew encountered icing conditions during the transit between Budapest and Prague.
- The decision to descend was made to mitigate the effects of the weather conditions.