What happened
A witness observed an aircraft departing from the airport before it disappeared into the darkness. The pilot had planned to perform three takeoffs and landings to maintain night flying currency. The aircraft did not return to the airfield.
The wreckage was discovered two miles north of the airport the following morning. Weather conditions at the time were described as hazy with a low overcast layer, patchy ground fog, and reduced visibility.
Findings
The investigation noted the challenging weather environment during the flight phase. The combination of darkness, haze, and reduced visibility likely contributed to the outcome. No further mechanical findings or safety messages were provided in the source material.