Flight Sequence
Following a missed approach at the destination, the pilot requested weather information for two nearby airports. One airport, located 53 miles northeast, reported a cloud ceiling of 900 feet and visibility of 6 miles. The other airport, 21 miles southwest, had an indefinite ceiling of zero and visibility 1/4 mile. The pilot opted for the latter airport. After completing a second missed approach, the flight proceeded to that airport.
Approach Description
Radar vectors were provided for an ILS approach to runway 36L. On the final approach, the flight veered to the right of the localizer and descended abruptly. The last recorded altitude for the flight was below the decision height.
Investigation Results
Investigation revealed no anomalies with the airport navigational aids for the approach. The airplane's navigation receivers were found to be operational. Postmortem examinations of the pilot did not reveal any pre-existing diseases, and toxicological examinations were negative for alcohol and other drugs.