Accident Overview
The accident occurred during a missed approach at night in weather conditions below the destination minimums. The flight had been in progress for approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes at the time of the event.
Fuel Exhaustion
Performance computations indicated that the accident occurred at or near the time of projected fuel exhaustion. The loss of engine power was attributed to fuel exhaustion.
Witness Accounts
Several witnesses reported hearing the engine 'cut-out' before impact.
Descent and Conditions
The accident occurred during an uncontrolled descent in instrument conditions. The engine failure was a result of fuel exhaustion.
Equipment Examination
Metallurgical examination of the altimeter could not determine that a malfunction had occurred before impact.