Incident Overview
Date: Friday 27 June 1975
Aircraft Type: Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
Owner/operator: Kurfiss Aviation
Registration Number: D-IJAN
Location: near Bremen Airport (BRE) –
ÿ Germany
Phase of Flight: Take off
Status: Substantial, written off
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 10
Component Affected: EngineEngine
Category: Accident
A forced landing occurred following a catastrophic engine failure at approximately 200 feet during takeoff. The pilot, due to wind and terrain conditions, was unable to maintain level flight with the propeller, resulting in a landing outside the airport. Significant damage to the landing gear and wing was sustained.A forced landing occurred following a catastrophic engine failure at approximately 200 feet during takeoff. The pilot, due to wind and terrain conditions, was unable to maintain level flight with the propeller, resulting in a landing outside the airport. Significant damage to the landing gear and wing was sustained.
Description
After take-off, at about 200 ft the no.1 engine failed. The pilot, unable to maintain level flight with the windmilling propeller, carried out a forced landing just outside the airport. Tailwinds and rough terrain led to substantial damage to both landing gear and wing.
Primary Cause
Engine failure and adverse weather conditions.Engine failure and adverse weather conditions.Share on:
