Accident Overview
A training flight ended in tragedy when an aircraft crashed in Woods Cross, Utah, approximately 6 miles northeast of Salt Lake City Airport. The aircraft, owned by Thomas J. Carter, was destroyed in the accident, and both pilots were killed.
Sequence of Events
The crew departed Salt Lake City Airport for a local training flight. After passing 9,000 feet and while still climbing to reach FL130, the crew informed air traffic control about smoke in the cockpit. Shortly thereafter, the aircraft entered an emergency descent. The descent continued until the aircraft crashed in Woods Cross.
Investigation and Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause as follows: "The exact cause of the accident could not be determined with certainty."