Aircraft mishap at Jakkur Aerodrome in Bengaluru, one injured

A training aircraft toppled over during landing at the Jakkur Aerodrome in Bengaluru on Sunday evening. One person sustained injuries while the other escaped unhurt, said police.

Cessna 185, a Tailwheel aircraft, belongs to a private flying institute and is used for skydiving. Cheryl Ann Stearns, an international skydiving champion, was on the aircraft and sustained minor injuries. She was rescued by the pilot.

Reports suggest the pilot spotted dogs and birds on the runway after landing and took immediate action that resulted in the aircraft overturning.