Flight and Generator Failure
A pilot was conducting a pleasure cross-country flight when the aircraft's generator failed, as reported by the pilot. In response, the pilot decided to divert to an alternate airport. Air traffic control directed the pilot to fly a DME arc for the landing approach.
Approach and Deviation
The pilot established the aircraft on the DME arc but after a short time turned inbound before intercepting the published radial. Subsequently, the pilot did not maintain a straight-line course to the airport. The pilot reported to air traffic control that the radios were failing and the battery was going dead.
Collision with Terrain
The flight continued to descend off of the published instrument procedures. The aircraft eventually collided with mountainous terrain. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, location, number of occupants, injuries, fatalities, or weather conditions.