Two men escaped with their lives after their microlight plane crash-landed near Andreas on Friday lunchtime.

It's understood the plane had been built from a kit by one of the men, who were taking it on a test circuit.

The aircraft had previously completed a first test flight without incident - but during the second, it's thought a sudden down-draft may have caused the plane to crash.

It's owner - a 71-year old aviation enthusiast - suffered multiple fractures. His test pilot was more seriously injured - with two broken legs and a possible fractured pelvis.

Both were taken to Noble's Hospital for treatment

Two military helicopters diverted to the scene to offer help.