Incident Overview
A private pilot was flying with two passengers over the Ruth Glacier near Mount McKinley in an airplane designed for one passenger. During the flight, the pilot observed the word 'HELP' stamped in the snow by a group of mountain climbers, two of whom were injured. The pilot decided to land to offer assistance but encountered reduced visibility due to snow and low clouds.
Attempted Go-Around and Stall
After initiating a go-around, the pilot stalled the airplane approximately 30 feet above ground level (AGL). The airplane subsequently impacted the terrain. The pilot and both passengers sustained minor injuries in the occurrence.
Rescue and Aftermath
Following the accident, the pilot and passengers evacuated the airplane and made their way to a nearby cabin, where they awaited rescue along with the climbers. No further details about the rescue or the condition of the climbers were provided in the source.