What happened
A cargo operation departing from Madrid-Barajas Airport ended in a fatal accident during its arrival at Palma de Mallorca Airport. The flight, which was transporting 1,340 kilograms of various goods, was operating under night conditions. While performing the final turn for an approach to runway 24L, the twin engine aircraft experienced a stall and impacted the runway surface.
Following the initial impact, the aircraft lost directional control and drifted toward the right side of the airfield. During this excursion, the plane struck a lightning protection system before coming to a final position upside down in a nearby grassy area. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe and two fatalities among the crew.
Findings
Investigations into the crash determined that the accident was driven by an improper approach sequence. The crew executed a turn at low altitude and during a night descent that deviated from both standard operating procedures and established company protocols. This maneuver was performed too closely to the ground, leading to a loss of control. It is believed the pilot encountered a loss of lift or a slip during the tight turn, which rendered the aircraft unrecoverable.