Overview
A midair collision occurred during the final approach phase of flight, resulting in both aircraft locking together and subsequently crashing on the runway. The incident involved two aircraft, each piloted by a single occupant.
Incident Details
According to the investigation, one aircraft was executing a straight-in final approach at an altitude of approximately 150 feet above ground level (AGL) when the collision happened. The two aircraft became locked together following the impact and remained joined until they struck the runway. Upon impact, the combined aircraft nosed over.
Pilot Accounts
The pilot of the aircraft on the straight-in approach reported that his aircraft was struck from above and behind. He sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized for inhalation of poison spray, though the specific source of the spray was not detailed in the report.
The pilot of the other aircraft stated that he was in the process of turning final when the collision occurred. He was uninjured in the accident.