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Tornado crash on landing at RAF Lossiemouth

A Tornado GR4 aircraft from Number 12 Squadron at RAF Lossiemouth, Scotland, conducted a controlled emergency landing at its home base this afternoon (21 February).

The aircraft encountered unexpected undercarriage problems. The aircraft crew managed to affect a landing but the aircraft caught fire. Defence Fire service crews reacted immediately and both crew members were rescued with no injuries.

The actions of both the aircraft crew and RAF fire crews are an excellent example of the professionalism and effective training of RAF personnel.

An investigation into the incident will be conducted.

Associated Images (Crown Copyright)
A pair of Tornado GR4 aircraft from No 12 Squadron, RAF Lossiemouth.
A pair of Tornado GR4 aircraft from No 12 Squadron, RAF Lossiemouth. (Click for larger version)
A 12 Squadron Tornado GR4 in front of a hardened aircraft shelter.
A 12 Squadron Tornado GR4 in front of a hardened aircraft shelter. (Click for larger version).
Images of the emergency landing at Lossiemouth
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These images are video grabs, hence the poor quality.
The aircraft lands on the runway with the starboard undercarriage not extended.
The aircraft lands on the runway with the starboard undercarriage not extended.
Shortly after coming to rest, the firefighters are in attendance.
Shortly after coming to rest, the firefighters are in attendance.
The situation was quickly brought under control.
The situation was quickly brought under control.

 
Date Last Updated : Wednesday, February 23, 2020 4:56 PM

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