Night Cargo Flight from Madrid to Palma Ends in Fatal Crash (EC-GKR)

Incident Overview and Flight Details A twin-engine aircraft departed Madrid-Barajas Airport at 0338 local time on a cargo flight bound for Palma de Mallorca. The aircraft was carrying two pilots and a cargo load of 1,340 kilograms consisting of various goods. No specific aircraft type or registration was provided in the source material. ## Approach and Crash Sequence During a night approach to runway 24L at Palma Airport, the crew executed a final turn. The aircraft subsequently stalled and struck the runway surface. After impact, the aircraft became uncontrollable, veered to the right, and collided with a lightning system. It ultimately came to rest upside down in a grassy area. The aircraft was destroyed, and both pilots were killed. ## Official Findings The official investigation concluded that the accident resulted from a very close turn maneuver performed at night, at low altitude, and while descending during a non-standard approach. The maneuver was not in accordance with normal procedures or company procedures. The crew was unable to control the descending aircraft due to a possible start of loss of lift, a slip on the turn, or both.