Accident Sequence
The aircraft was conducting its second approach attempt for the ILS Runway 23. On the first attempt, the pilot flew outbound instead of inbound on the localizer course. For the second attempt, the pilot was cleared for a full approach requiring a procedure turn. The pilot's last position report indicated being inbound on the localizer course. Shortly after, the pilot was cleared to switch to the airport UNICOM frequency.
Radar data showed that the aircraft reached the outer marker and began to fly toward the west. The aircraft then collided with the ground on a southwest heading approximately one mile east of the outer marker.
Weather and ILS Performance
A pilot who landed at the airport just before the accident reported a cloud ceiling of 650 feet MSL and visibility of 2 miles. Satisfactory operation of the ILS was confirmed after the accident.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
Examination of the aircraft did not disclose any malfunction. No physical impairment or incapacitation of the pilot was disclosed. The pilot possessed instrument flight recency; however, the pilot had no night flight time for at least 2.5 years.