Accident Overview
The airplane was destroyed after colliding with a 110-foot-high power line located 2.2 nautical miles south of the destination airport. The impact with the terrain and subsequent fire consumed the aircraft. The flight was conducted at night under visual meteorological conditions, and no flight plan had been filed.
Witness Account
A witness positioned approximately one mile south of the power lines reported observing an airplane with its lights illuminated, flying from south to north at a very low altitude. According to the witness, the airplane’s altitude appeared to be roughly 50 feet higher than the power lines at the time of observation.
Aircraft Examination
A post-accident inspection of the airplane found no evidence of pre-impact mechanical anomalies. The examination did not identify any issues with the airframe, engine, or systems that would have contributed to the event.
Circumstances
The accident occurred during the approach phase, close to the intended landing site. The specific reason for the low altitude and the pilot’s actions leading to the power line strike were not detailed in the investigation.