Accident Details
According to the airport manager, he did not witness the pilot's preflight inspection of the airplane. He stated that the pilot departed Runway 24 in a normal manner, as he had done on many occasions. Due to low visibility—reported as 1/2 mile in fog—the manager was initially unable to see the airplane after departure. He later observed the airplane in a descending right-hand spiral before it impacted the ground approximately 300 feet southwest of Runway 21. The airplane was destroyed by fire.
Investigation Findings
An examination of the wreckage at the accident site revealed that the pitot tube cover was in place on the pitot tube. No other mechanical anomalies were reported in the source. The airport manager's account did not indicate any abnormal behavior during the takeoff roll or initial climb, and the pilot had previously operated from the airport on multiple occasions.
Additional Context
The accident occurred in conditions of fog and low visibility. The manager noted that he could not see the airplane initially because of the poor visibility. The exact time of day, aircraft type, registration, and occupant information are not specified in the source. No injuries or fatalities are mentioned in the provided information.