What happened
The aircraft was conducting a maritime patrol mission in the waters surrounding the Isles of Scilly. During the operation, the crew initiated a turn at a low altitude. While completing this maneuver, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The loss of control resulted in the plane crashing directly into the sea.
Following the impact, rescue operations were launched. One member of the crew was successfully recovered from the water and survived the accident. Tragically, the remaining three occupants of the aircraft did not survive the crash and were killed.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or a formal investigation report regarding the mechanical condition of the aircraft or specific environmental factors contributing to the loss of control. The event is recorded as a loss of control during a low-altitude turn that led to an immediate impact with the water surface.