What happened
During a local training mission departing from Twentynine Palms, the aircraft experienced a series of mechanical issues. Shortly after the departure phase, the number one engine failed. This initial failure was followed by a loss of power in the number four engine, which prevented the aircraft from maintaining sufficient altitude.
In response to the loss of power across multiple engines, the crew initiated an emergency descent toward a sandy area located approximately 4.5 km beyond the runway threshold. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair during the landing attempt. Despite the impact, all eight crew members successfully evacuated the aircraft with zero injuries reported.