Accident
During the final approach to Atlanta-DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, the aircraft experienced a simultaneous failure of both engines. The pilot lost control, and the airplane stalled before crashing in Norcross, approximately 6 miles northeast of the airport. Two passengers were killed in the accident, and five other occupants sustained injuries.
Investigation
Investigators determined that the double engine failure resulted from fuel exhaustion. The crew's inadequate preflight preparation was identified as a contributing factor, specifically the improper installation of the fuel tank filler cap during refueling.
Probable Cause
The official probable cause of the accident is a double engine failure caused by fuel exhaustion, stemming from inadequate preflight preparation on the part of the crew, who improperly installed the fuel tank filler cap during refueling.