Accident Overview
On an unspecified date, the pilot departed from Tomahawk Regional Airport at 2330 hours. A witness reported hearing the airplane take off and then flying along the runway. At 2340 hours, the witness heard the airplane impact trees. Dense fog prevented the witness from locating the wreckage immediately.
Investigation Findings
Investigators examined the airframe, powerplant, and flight controls and found no mechanical failures or malfunctions. A toxicological examination of the pilot revealed ethanol levels of 121.000 mg/dL in the blood, 135.000 mg/dL in brain fluid, and 172.000 mg/dL in urine. The pilot's student pilot certificate had expired.
Additional Details
The accident occurred at night. The witness described dense fog in the area, which hindered the search. No other information regarding the aircraft type, registration, or occupant status was provided in the source.