Accident Details
The accident occurred during a cross-country flight over mountainous terrain. The pilot, who was not instrument rated, had not obtained a weather briefing for the flight. At the time of the accident, heavy rain and thundershower activity were present in the area.
Pilot Actions
Shortly after departure, the pilot contacted approach control, stated that he was lost, and requested radar vectors to the nearest airport. The pilot's flight logbook indicated less than one hour of instrument flight instruction, received in preparation for the private pilot examination.
Weather Conditions
Weather in the accident area included heavy rain and thundershower activity. No other weather information is available from the source.
Radar Data
Radar data showed the aircraft making several climbs, descents, and erratic turns prior to loss of radar contact.
Impact
The aircraft impacted terrain at approximately 5,900 feet above sea level. No further details about injuries or damage are provided in the source.