Accident Overview
On October 7, 2024, at approximately 1939 central daylight time, a Beech C99 airplane, registration N130GP, was destroyed when it crashed near Norfolk, Nebraska. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The aircraft was operating under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 as an on-demand cargo flight.
Flight History
The flight arrived at Norfolk Regional Airport around 1907 CDT to load additional cargo before proceeding to Omaha, Nebraska. Airport surveillance video captured the airplane as it departed. The airplane took off from runway 20 and climbed away from the ground. Shortly after, it entered a left bank turn, descended, and impacted terrain.
Impact and Wreckage
The impact site was located approximately 640 yards southeast of the departure end of runway 20. The initial impact point showed multiple ground scars, with divots consistent with the main landing gear, empennage, and wings. The airplane appeared to be in a flat, near wings-level attitude at impact. The tail section and right main landing gear fractured and remained at the impact point. The main wreckage continued 24 yards east, with the nose coming to rest facing northeast. A postimpact fire ensued, consuming most of the wreckage.
Examination Findings
All major components were located at the accident site. Preimpact flight control continuity appeared continuous. The flaps were found in the retracted position, and the landing gear was extended. Cockpit instrumentation was fire-damaged and yielded no useful readings. No non-volatile memory devices were recovered for data download. The airplane was retained for further examination.