Accident Details
The aircraft collided with the face of a shear cliff about 30 feet below its crest. The impact occurred at an altitude of 3500 feet MSL. At the moment of impact, the aircraft was configured with the left wing down by approximately 15 degrees and the nose pitched up by about 5 degrees.
Weather Conditions
Local authorities reported that the weather at the time of the accident consisted of low clouds, extremely poor ground visibility, and rain. The weather forecast indicated instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) with low ceilings and visibilities, and mountain tops obscured along the intended route.
Pre-Flight Briefing
During a weather briefing, the pilot was advised that visual flight rules (VFR) flight was not recommended, given the forecast conditions.