Accident Sequence
According to the passenger, the pilot had been consuming alcohol prior to the flight. After takeoff, the pilot decided that he might not be fit to fly and elected to return to the airport for landing. During the return, the pilot's seat belt reportedly became caught in the door. On final approach, the door opened, distracting the pilot. The aircraft subsequently touched down short of the runway, then skidded 255 feet before coming to a stop.
Injuries
The pilot was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. He was thrown out of the aircraft and sustained serious injuries. The passenger's seat belt was fastened, and she received only minor injuries.
Toxicology
A toxicology test revealed that the pilot had a blood alcohol level of 0.29%.
Investigation
No further details about the aircraft, operator, or location were provided in the source.