Accident Sequence
The accident took place while the aircraft was cruising in a northerly direction at a low altitude. The time was during a dark night. The aircraft first struck a row of trees that were approximately 50 feet tall. The impact point on these trees was about 8 feet from the tops. Following the initial collision, the aircraft traveled a distance of approximately 670 feet. During this travel, the aircraft then struck a large tree at an altitude of about 6 feet above ground level (AGL). The aircraft continued and came to rest in a dirt road.
Wreckage Examination
An examination of the wreckage was performed after the accident and revealed no mechanical malfunction.
Toxicology Tests
Toxicology tests were conducted on both occupants. The passenger's blood alcohol level was measured at 0.215%. The pilot's blood alcohol test returned a negative result, indicating no alcohol was present in the pilot's system.
Identification
Authorities were unable to identify the occupants of the aircraft. No identification was found on either occupant, and no individual came forward to claim the wreckage. The identities of the pilot and passenger remain unknown.