Accident Details
The aircraft, identified as N58947, was purchased by the pilot on the same day as the accident. According to a flight instructor who sold the aircraft, the pilot received dual instruction for a checkout in the aircraft and to maintain currency for night flight. Witnesses reported that the pilot did not receive a weather briefing prior to departing from Enid, nor did the pilot communicate en route for weather information.
Weather Conditions
The weather reported at Pampa around the time of the accident included an indefinite ceiling of 200 feet obscured, visibility of two miles, and light snow. Weather conditions progressively deteriorated throughout the evening.
Investigation
The investigation revealed no evidence of a mechanical malfunction or failure prior to impact.