What happened
During a local flight operation departing from Melun-Villaroche Airport, an engine fire occurred shortly after the aircraft had departed. While maintaining a low altitude, the crew encountered the fire and initiated an immediate return to the airfield.
During the attempt to land, the aircraft struck power cables, which led to a crash landing on its belly in a nearby field. The impact caused the aircraft to catch fire upon landing. Despite the intensity of the flames, both occupants of the aircraft managed to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries. The 0 fatalities and 0 injuries were reported following the incident, though the aircraft was destroyed in the crash.
Findings
- An engine fire occurred during the initial climb/low-altitude phase of flight.
- Contact with power cables during the emergency descent led to the subsequent crash in a field.