Single-engine aircraft excursion during go-around attempt

No fatalities • Bremgarten, Germany • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine aircraft veered off the runway and struck trees during a landing attempt, resulting in injuries to all three people on board.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control immediately following touchdown. The aircraft bounced multiple times on the runway surface before deviating from the paved area. As the plane veered off the runway, it eventually collided with a stand of trees.

There were three injuries reported among the occupants of the aircraft. The impact resulted in the aircraft being destroyed, with the airframe being declared a total loss.

Findings

Preliminary information suggests that the loss of control was linked to the actions of the pilot-in-command, who was in the process of initiating a go-around procedure at the time of the incident.

Probable cause

The pilot's attempt to execute a go-around during the landing phase led to a loss of directional control and a subsequent runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-06-13 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Bremgarten, Germany?

A single-engine aircraft veered off the runway and struck trees during a landing attempt, resulting in injuries to all three people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 2000-06-13 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-06-13 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration D-FDHM, operated by EFS Flug Service, at Bremgarten, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's attempt to execute a go-around during the landing phase led to a loss of directional control and a subsequent runway excursion.

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